Austin Crime Report Special Edition: Inside the APD Homicide Unit

In this episode:

• 📈 Are homicides connected? What the data shows

• 🔍 What makes Austin’s clearance rate one of the highest in the country

• 🧠 Tools of the trade: license plate readers, surveillance, and community tips

• 🤐 Why initial info at crime scenes is limited—and how that protects cases

• 🔎 Wanted Wednesday: This week’s featured suspect

• 👏 Employee of the Week: Shoutout to Mirtha Castaneda-Longoria for her amazing behind-the-scenes work in HR

APD’s Homicide Unit consistently clears over 90% of its cases—nearly double the national average. Find out what makes the team so effective, and how you can help keep Austin safe.

📞 Got a tip? Call Austin Crime Stoppers at (512) 472-TIPS

💙 Support our officers: https://apbfoundation.org

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