Austin Police Officer Hurt In Street Racing Takeover; Footage Shows Mob Swarm Police Car

Police In Austin, TexasOne officer sustained injuries in connection with a series of incidents. “street racing incidents” Saturday night was the last day of business in the state capital.

On Sunday, the Austin Police Department stated that several police cars were damaged and others injured in the riotous behavior.

“APD is committed to stopping this conduct,” The department stated this in a tweet. “Lawbreaking in this manner will result in enforcement and arrest. Our community’s safety is the #1 priority for APD.”

🚨UPDATE: One APD officer was injured in street racing in Austin last night and several police cars were damaged.
This conduct will be stopped by the APD. These acts of lawbreaking can lead to arrest and enforcement. APD is committed to the safety of our community.🚨 https://t.co/Gp7oiCz30S

— Austin Police Department (@Austin_Police) February 19, 2023

Police did not immediately release any details on the identity of the officer or the severity of his or her injuries.

Video footage posted to social media shows cars wildly spinning in circles and large crowds confronting law enforcement and even launching what appears to be fireworks at police vehicles.

BREAKING: Austin police confirm one officer was hurt and multiple cars damaged by a large crowd involved in several racing incidents late Saturday.
Travis County also had 2 patrol cars damaged.
Social media posts show this was a large, coordinated event.
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— Tony Plohetski (@tplohetski) February 19, 2023

Austin police said in an overnight tweet that they were investigating a number of “street racing incidents” across Austin.

“The department wants to reiterate this behavior is reckless & poses significant risks and dangers to the public,” Austin police said. “APD remains committed to enforcing the law and keeping our community safe.”

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