Gunshots Reported Near Mueller Lake Park – Austin | Local News

Reports of numerous gunshots near Mueller Lake Park in Austin, Texas, prompted a flurry of online discussion Sunday evening, with residents reporting approximately 20 shots fired and vehicles rapidly leaving the area.

The incident, first noted in a post on Reddit approximately four hours prior to this report, generated over 50 votes and 30 comments as of 8:30 PM CDT. Users described hearing a significant number of gunshots followed by the sound of cars accelerating away from the park.

The Austin Police Department has not yet issued a statement regarding the reported gunfire. Their official X account shows no recent posts addressing the incident as of this time.

A separate shooting incident occurred in the area of 37th Street and Lake Park on February 11, 2026, where an unidentified male was found with a gunshot wound to the head. That incident was noted on a Facebook post, with a user commenting on the distinction between reports of shots heard and verified incidents reported through the Citizens app.

Recent news from the Mueller district includes a report from March 18, 2026, concerning allegations of sexual assault by a physical therapist practicing in the area. The alleged victim is encouraging other potential victims to arrive forward.