Stolen Ambulance Driver Fatally Shot by Trooper After Ramming Vehicles on I-35 in Austin
A driver of a stolen ambulance from Fort Worth was killed by a DPS trooper on I-35 in Austin after ramming vehicles.
Austin, TX, August 13, 2026 —
A suspect driving a stolen ambulance from Fort Worth was fatally shot by a Department of Public Safety (DPS) trooper on Interstate 35 in Austin on Tuesday. The incident occurred after the suspect reportedly rammed multiple vehicles.
Details provided indicate that the suspect was operating a stolen ambulance originating from Fort Worth. The pursuit and subsequent fatal encounter took place on I-35 within the Austin area.
According to preliminary reports, the driver of the stolen ambulance engaged in ramming other vehicles prior to the trooper-involved shooting. The name of the suspect and the DPS trooper involved have not yet been released.
The exact timeline of the events leading up to the shooting, including when the ambulance was stolen and the duration of any pursuit, was not immediately available. Further information regarding the number of vehicles rammed and whether any other individuals were injured is also pending.
The Texas Department of Public Safety has stated that an investigation into the incident is underway. Additional details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
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