AUSTIN, Texas - The suspect at the center of an officer-involved shooting near Zilker Park is now facing a murder charge.

The Latest:

30-year-old Brandon Thompson had been previously charged with first-degree felony attempted capital murder of a peace officer and first-degree felony burglary of a residence.

As of Sept. 17, Thompson is now facing a first-degree felony murder charge. He is currently in custody at the Travis County Jail.

Brandon Thompson (Austin Police Department)

What happened?

What we know:

On Wednesday, September 10, at 3:31 a.m., APD officers were doing a curfew check in the area of Zilker Park.

Officers located a vehicle that was reported stolen in the 700 block of Azie Morton Road and called for the vehicle to be towed.

While some officers left to patrol o

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