Case:  24-1920856
 
Date:  Wednesday, July 10, 2024
 
Time:  3:34 p.m.
 
Location:  8501 Dryfield Drive
 
Deceased:  Joshua Kozak, White male, 8-25-89
 
Video:  APD’s YouTube Channel

On Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at approximately 3:34 p.m., Austin Police Department (APD) officers responded to multiple calls of a shooting at 8501 Dryfield Drive. One of the callers stated that a suspect shot someone and left the scene. The suspect was described as a Black male wearing a white shirt and black shorts. Other callers stated the suspect went through backyards while trying to leave the area.
 
Officers arriving on scene located a White male with apparent gunshot wounds at 8501 Dryfield Drive. This victim was later identified as Joshua Kozak. Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services (A/TCEMS) arrived and attempted life-saving measures, but Mr. Kozak was pronounced deceased at 4:03 p.m.
 
Homicide Detectives and Crime Scene Specialists responded to process the scene and interview witnesses. The investigation revealed that Mr. Kozak was shot and killed by a Black male suspect wearing a white tank top who can be seen on surveillance video fleeing the area. 

The suspect is described as:

• Black male
• He was last seen wearing a white sleeveless shirt and black shorts.

Detectives are asking anyone in the area surrounding 8501 Dryfield Dr. that might have video footage related to the homicide that occurred on Tuesday, July 10, 2024, to please click here or scan the below QR code with your smartphone.

Anyone with any information should contact the Austin Police Department at 512-974-TIPS.  You may submit your tip anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting austincrimestoppers.org or by calling 512-472-8477. A reward up to $1,000 may be available for any information that leads to an arrest.
 
This case is being investigated as Austin's 32nd homicide of 2024.