Juan Davila, 32, was shot and killed in the parking lot of SoCo Park Apartment Homes at 7201 South Congress Avenue in Austin on September 21, 2023. Officers arrived about 5:32 p.m.; despite life-saving efforts he was pronounced dead at the scene by 5:45 p.m. Investigators say the shooting followed a road rage encounter between Davila and another man. According to preliminary findings, Davila reportedly brandished a handgun and the other individual fired, fatally wounding him. The shooter has been identified but no charges have been filed as the investigation remains open.

APD Homicide Detectives and Crime Scene Specialists processed the scene and interviewed witnesses. The community has organized a GoFundMe to help with funeral costs and to support Davila’s six children, and a reward of up to $1,000 is offered for information leading to an arrest. If anyone has information about the confrontation or the events in the parking lot, please share what is known with investigators.