2 dead, 6 injured (2 children) in shooting at Juneteenth celebration in Round Rock, Texas [VIDEOS]

At a Juneteenth festival in Texas, two people were killed, and at least six people, including two children, were injured in a Saturday night shooting.

Officers are investigating a shooting that happened in Old Settlers Park. This is an active scene and the investigation is ongoing. Please avoid the area. pic.twitter.com/qVSjDhIdvV

— Round Rock Police (@roundrockpolice) June 16, 2024

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The shooting happened at Old Settler's Park in Round Rock, Texas, and police began an investigation shortly after midnight.

Four adults and two children were taken to nearby hospitals with potentially serious injuries, according to Austin-Travis County EMS.

🚨#UPDATE: Footage shows law enforcement surrounding a possible suspect who reportedly shot eight people and killed three during a Juneteenth festival in Round Rock, Texas. pic.twitter.com/AShESMC4n0

— RAWSALERTS (@rawsalerts) June 16, 2024

Authorities are currently searching for the suspects involved in the shooting.

The festival at the 640-acre park outside Austin featured a Juneteenth barbecue followed by a festival and concert, which included performances by rapper Paul Wall and his band.

“Round Rock, we're praying for everyone,” Wall posted on X.

🙏🙏🙏 Round Rock, we are praying for everyone

— Paul Wall – The Great Wall (@paulwallbaby) June 16, 2024

No further information about the suspect has been released at this time.

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