North Austin, July 29, 2025

News Summary

A man has been arrested in North Austin and charged with first-degree murder following a drive-by shooting that resulted in the death of 18-year-old Comarri Thompson. The suspect, Kenan Greene, was apprehended during a police investigation linked to allegations of gang involvement. The incident, which occurred at the intersection of E. Braker Lane and Dessau Road, has raised concerns regarding gang violence in the community. Investigators are continuing to uncover details surrounding the motivations behind the shooting.

North Austin

A man has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder following a drive-by shooting that took place in North Austin on July 19. The suspect, identified as 25-year-old Kenan Greene, was apprehended in East Austin on July 24 and has been booked into the Travis County Jail.

The shooting incident occurred around 2:07 a.m. at the intersection of E. Braker Lane and Dessau Road. It resulted in the death of 18-year-old Comarri Thompson, who was pronounced dead at the scene. Thompson’s girlfriend, who was also in the vehicle at the time of the shooting, suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

According to investigators, Thompson and his girlfriend were in their vehicle when a white vehicle pulled up alongside them. The occupants of this vehicle opened fire, wounding the couple before fleeing the scene. Upon receiving a distress call from the woman, police were dispatched and found both victims with gunshot wounds.

Authorities are treating the case as a potential gang-related homicide, suggesting that a prior feud involving Thompson on social media may have been a factor in the shooting. The investigation is ongoing as Austin police work to uncover more details about the incident and the motivations behind it.

This tragic event is now recorded as the 34th homicide in Austin for the year 2025, raising concerns about violence in the community and the ongoing challenges related to gang activity.

Background Context

Drive-by shootings have been a recurrent issue in many urban areas, including Austin. Factors contributing to such incidents often involve personal conflicts, gang rivalries, and other social issues that manifest in violence. The police department has been focusing on crime prevention initiatives to address gang violence and ensure community safety following a rise in similar incidents across the city.

Community members are encouraged to report any information related to gang activities or violent incidents to aid law enforcement efforts in curbing violence in neighborhoods.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What charges has Kenan Greene faced?

Kenan Greene has been charged with first-degree murder in relation to the drive-by shooting incident.

2. What happened during the drive-by shooting in North Austin?

During the early hours of July 19, a couple in their vehicle was shot at by occupants of a white vehicle that pulled up alongside them, resulting in the death of Comarri Thompson and injuring his girlfriend.

3. How is this incident being investigated?

The Austin police are investigating the shooting as potentially gang-related, considering a possible prior feud involving the victim on social media.

4. What are the statistics on homicides in Austin?

This shooting marks the 34th homicide in Austin for the year 2025, indicating a concerning trend in violent crime in the area.

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Additional Resources

• KVUE News
• Wikipedia: Drive-by Shooting
• Fox 7 Austin
• Google Search: Austin Drive-by Shooting 2025
• KXAN News
• Google Scholar: Gang Activity in Austin
• KVUE Video
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Austin Crime Statistics
• Austin American-Statesman
• Google News: Austin Homicides 2025

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