Shadowing Practice: 3 in custody following multiple 'random' shootings in Austin - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Helping tonight a random shooting spree in Austin this weekend leaves several people hospitalized.
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Helping tonight a random shooting spree in Austin this weekend leaves several people hospitalized.
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One victim is in critical condition.
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Police say the suspects behind the attack are two teens with a stolen gun.
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And in just the last half hour,
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police have taken a third suspect into custody.
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Our Megan Reyna joins us live in the newsroom tonight with the latest.
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Megan.
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Orko, police have not released any information about that third suspect yet
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but Austin PD says two of the suspects are just 15
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and 17 years old and were involved in at least 12 random shootings over the last two days.
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These are dangerous kids out causing havoc in this city and they had to be taken into custody and they were safely.
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Starting Saturday afternoon, spanning into Sunday,
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Austin police say at least two teens,
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a 17-year-old and 15-year-old, were using a stolen gun and stolen cars to randomly shoot at people throughout South and East Austin.
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Four people were hit by the gunfire and rushed to the hospital.
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One of the victims is in critical condition.
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Once all those calls came in on Saturday,
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they stopped for a while.
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And so I don't know if they at that point decided to go get some sleep, what happened?
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But then it picked back up at 8 after 8 o'clock this morning
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when a man walking his dog was struck in the back.
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At least two shootings were at Austin fire stations.
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You can see the bullet holes throughout a building,
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and some took place at apartment complexes in neighborhoods.
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By 3.30 Sunday afternoon, a shelter in place was initiated for people in South Austin.
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It's alarming.
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I've grown up here most of my life,
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and drive-by shootings don't really happen.
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It's not something I hear of happening in this part of town.
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But not long after the suspects were spotted in Manor.
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And what investigators believe was a stolen white Kia.
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They tried running from police but were eventually caught.
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However, a third suspect who was not initially on police's radar took off running and was caught hours later.
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It's unclear what role that third person may have played in the shootings.
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A motive?
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I don't know what a motive is.
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I don't know what motive would drive anybody to come
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and drive around senselessly in this city and multiple parts of the city shooting.
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The 17-year-old suspect did have an active warrant for a stolen gun.
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He, along with a 15-year-old,
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will now be processed through the juvenile justice system.
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Megan Reyna, KHOU 11 News.
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Megan, thank you.
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And you can get the latest updates on this story on the KHOU 11 app.
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Why practice speaking with this video?

Practicing your English speaking skills with real-world content, such as this news report about the recent incidents in Austin, provides valuable context and relevant vocabulary. When engaging with such videos, you not only enhance your english speaking practice but also improve your ability to communicate effectively in serious situations. This type of practice allows you to learn how to convey urgency and concern, essential aspects of everyday conversations, particularly when discussing sensitive topics like crime.

By utilizing a technique called shadowspeak, you can repeat phrases and sentences as you hear them, helping you to build fluency and gain confidence. This immersive approach prepares you for real-life discussions and enhances your ability to respond to similar scenarios during the IELTS speaking test.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

  • Use of Passive Voice: The phrase "several people hospitalized" indicates that the action (being hospitalized) is more important than the subject (the people). Understanding this structure can improve your ability to convey information efficiently.
  • Present Perfect Continuous: The speakers mention "have taken a third suspect into custody." This tense emphasizes ongoing actions and their relevance to the present, a critical element for discussions about recent events.
  • Direct Speech: Phrases like "it's alarming" show how emotions can be effectively communicated. Practicing these expressions aids in conveying feelings or opinions clearly, which is vital for the IELTS speaking practice.
  • Reported Speech: The phrase "police say the suspects behind the attack..." demonstrates how to report information conveyed by others. This is a useful structure for summarizing news or opinions in your discussions.

Common Pronunciation Traps

In this transcript, certain words and phrases may present pronunciation challenges for English learners. Here are a few to focus on:

  • "Custody": Pay attention to the pronunciation of the 't' and 'd' sounds, which can be tricky for non-native speakers.
  • "Alarming": The stress is on the second syllable, which can be difficult to master. Practice emphasizing that part to sound more natural.
  • "Gunfire": The combination of 'g' and 'fire' can be tricky. Ensure that you pronounce the 'g' clearly to avoid confusion.
  • "Motivation": The correct pronunciation of this word includes emphasis on the 'va' syllable. Misplacing the stress can make you hard to understand.

By practicing these sounds in the context of the video, you can effectively improve your pronunciation and speaking clarity, making your shadow speak sessions more productive.

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.

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