Cam Ron Perkins, a 23-year-old Black man, was shot and killed in North Austin shortly before 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 11, 2026. Officers found him in the 9400 block of Lamar Boulevard near Rundberg Lane after residents reported multiple gunshots; despite life-saving efforts he was pronounced dead at 8:15 p.m. Homicide detectives and crime-scene specialists responded to process the scene and begin an investigation.

Authorities say details about what led to the shooting are scarce, but they do not believe there is an ongoing threat to the public and have indicated the incident may have been targeted. Witnesses reported a black Dodge Charger or Challenger leaving the area around the time of the shooting; the vehicle, believed to have carried at least two people, is a key lead. No arrests or named suspects have been announced.

If anyone has information about that night or saw a black Charger or Challenger near Lamar Boulevard and Rundberg Lane, please contact the Austin Police Department homicide tip line.