Third Victim Dies After Mass Shooting in Downtown Austin

FBI investigating incident as possible terrorism

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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A third victim has died after a mass shooting on Sunday morning in downtown Austin that the FBI is investigating as a possible act of terrorism. Four people, including the shooter, were killed, and more than a dozen others were injured in the incident on a popular West Sixth Street bar.

Why it matters

Mass shootings continue to be a tragic and all-too-common occurrence in the United States, raising concerns about public safety, gun violence, and the need for effective prevention and response measures. The FBI's investigation into potential terrorism motives adds an additional layer of complexity to this incident.

The details

According to authorities, 53-year-old Ndiaga Diagne opened fire on the bar from the street, killing three people and injuring over a dozen more. The two other victims killed were identified as Savitha Shan, a 21-year-old University of Texas at Austin student, and Ryder Harrington, a 19-year-old former Texas Tech University student.

  • The shooting occurred on Sunday morning.
  • A third victim died after the initial incident.
  • Authorities held a press conference on Monday morning to provide updates.

The players

Ndiaga Diagne

The 53-year-old shooter who opened fire on the bar.

Savitha Shan

A 21-year-old University of Texas at Austin student who was killed in the shooting.

Ryder Harrington

A 19-year-old former Texas Tech University student who was killed in the shooting.

Kirk Watson

The mayor of Austin, whose office confirmed the third victim's death.

Jim Davis

The president of the University of Texas at Austin, who sent a letter to the campus community about the loss of the student victim.

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What they’re saying

“Today, it was confirmed that among those who lost their lives is one UT student. A child of loving parents. A loyal friend to many. A Longhorn preparing to change the world. It is devastating, and I know all of us are grieved by this horrible news and we will remember her.”

— Jim Davis, President, University of Texas at Austin (KXAN)

What’s next

The FBI's investigation into the potential terrorism motives behind the shooting is ongoing.

The takeaway

This tragic mass shooting in downtown Austin highlights the continued need for comprehensive solutions to address gun violence and public safety concerns in communities across the United States.