Austin police accuse at least five Central Texas men of organized criminal activity tied to months-long robbery, kidnapping and shooting spree

January 16, 2026

Austin police say newly filed arrest affidavits link at least five Central Texas men to a pattern of violent crimes across the city. Investigators have moved forward with first-degree felony counts charging the suspects with engaging in organized criminal activity.

Court records describe a months-long series of armed robberies, several alleged kidnappings and an incident involving a shooting, all tied to the same criminal enterprise. Authorities say the allegations span multiple events and prompted a coordinated investigation by APD detectives.

Arrest affidavits submitted in court outline the charges and provide the basis for the indictments, according to records on file. Those documents show how investigators tied several individuals to the group and the string of incidents, leading prosecutors to pursue felony counts.

The men face the legal process that follows felony accusations, including arraignment and potential further motions from defense attorneys. Police have presented the filings to explain the evidence that led to the arrests and to support the continued detentions or bond decisions made by the court.

Officials emphasized the scope of the alleged activity when announcing the charges, noting the pattern of coordinated robberies and abductions across Austin neighborhoods. Residents and local businesses experienced heightened concern as police worked to identify suspects and secure arrests.

The investigation remains active as detectives continue to gather evidence and prepare their case for prosecution. Court records and affidavits remain the primary public documents detailing the accusations, and further court filings will reveal additional information as the matter proceeds through the judicial system.

Police have not released all details of the investigative techniques used to link the suspects, and officials continue to withhold certain specifics to protect the ongoing inquiry. The accused retain the presumption of innocence while the court process unfolds and prosecutors present their case.