ROUND ROCK, Texas — There is now a total of up to $20,000 in reward money available for information on the mass shooting in Round Rock on Saturday.
Two women were killed and 14 others were injured in the shooting during a Juneteenth event on June 15 at Old Settlers Park. Police said the incident began when two groups of people started fighting with each other near the vendor area of the festival. At least one person then pulled a gun out and started shooting before leaving the scene.
On Tuesday morning, Gov. Greg Abbott announced that his office is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the identification and arrest of the person or people responsible for the shooting.
"Cecilia and I are deeply saddened by the horrific tragedy this past weekend that took the lives of two innocent Texans and injured fourteen other victims at a Juneteenth celebration in Round Rock," Abbott said in a statement. "Texas is deploying our full support to local law enforcement to ensure those involved in this heinous crime are found and brought to justice."
Williamson County Crime Stoppers is also offering $5,000, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is offering $5,000, bringing the total reward amount up to $20,000.
Round Rock police have asked that anyone with video or photos of the shooting upload them through an evidence request portal.
To be eligible for the cash rewards, tipsters must provide information either by calling Texas Crime Stoppers at 1-800-252-8477 or submitting a tip online through the Texas Department of Public Safety. All tips are anonymous, and tipsters will be given a tip number instead of using their name.
Mental health resources
For those in need of mental health assistance following Saturday's shooting, the Round Rock Fire Department's Crisis Response Unit can be reached during the special extended office hours of 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. through Friday, June 21, by calling 512-218-5501.
Outside of those hours, the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's Disaster Distress Helpline is available 24/7 by calling or texting 1-800-985-5990.
Other general mental health support services include the Crisis Text Hotline (text HOME to 741741), the National Crisis and Suicide Prevention Lifeline (dial 988) and the Bluebonnet Trails Crisis Hotline (call 1-800-841-1255).