Austin Police Seek Suspect in Downtown Bus Stop Stabbing

Surveillance footage shows the suspect boarding and exiting a CapMetro bus near the scene of the February attack.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 8:37pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a blood-stained bus stop bench, the harsh lighting and stark contrast creating a gritty, investigative aesthetic that conceptually represents the public safety issues surrounding recent transit violence in Austin.A recent wave of violent incidents on Austin's public transit system has raised concerns about passenger safety.Austin Today

Austin police are searching for a suspect in a stabbing that occurred at a downtown CapMetro bus stop in February. The victim suffered significant injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Detectives have obtained surveillance video that shows the suspect boarding and exiting a bus near the scene of the crime.

Why it matters

This incident is part of a recent spate of stabbings on CapMetro buses and at bus stops in Austin, raising concerns about public safety and transit security in the city. The police are seeking the public's help to identify and apprehend the suspect.

The details

On February 19, officers responded to reports of a stabbing at a bus stop in the 300 block of Lavaca Street. They found the victim suffering from serious injuries and provided emergency medical care before the person was transported to a hospital. Detectives have reviewed surveillance footage that shows the suspect boarding and exiting a bus near the scene of the crime.

  • The stabbing occurred on February 19.
  • Police responded to the incident that same day.

The players

Austin Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the stabbing and searching for the suspect.

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What’s next

A reward of up to $1,000 is available for information leading to an arrest in the case.

The takeaway

This incident is the latest in a series of stabbings on CapMetro buses and at bus stops in Austin, underscoring the need for improved transit security and public safety measures in the city.