Man Dies After Passing Out at Downtown Bar
An man collapsed in a 6th Street bar and later died in a nearby hospital early Sunday morning, according to the Austin Police Department.
Officers were investigating a disturbance at The Co-Op Bar, at 6th and Nueces, and talking to individuals involved when one of the men "passed out." After begin rushed to the hospital, the man--who remains anonymous pending notification of family members--was pronounced dead. Authorities are awaiting autopsy results before discussing the cause of death.
The deceased is described as a "white male, 20's years of age." Anyone with information about the man or the incident are asked to call CrimeStoppers at 512-472-8477.
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