Steven Allan Smith, 41, was fatally shot outside a residence on Shiloh Road in Bastrop, Texas, on September 13, 2024. The Bastrop County Sheriff’s Office reported he died from a single gunshot wound around 1 p.m. Investigators identified a 13-year-old boy as the primary suspect; the juvenile was taken into custody and released to juvenile authorities. Because of the suspect’s age, his identity has not been disclosed and many incident details remain limited.

Family members and community leaders have called for a thorough investigation. On October 14, 2024, relatives including Smith’s sister Ommaney and uncle Booker held a news conference at the scene urging more transparency and that justice be served. The Austin chapter of the NAACP also pushed for a comprehensive inquiry. The investigation is ongoing and authorities have not released further information about what led to the shooting or the status of any charges.

If anyone knew Steven Allan Smith or has information about what happened on September 13, please come forward.