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The medical community and the Austin Police Department have confirmed pediatrician Dr. Katherine Lindley Dodson as the victim in Tuesday night's hostage killing at Children's Medical Group.
Dr. Dodson, 43, was one of two killed in a murder-suicide that resulted from a six-hour hostage situation just off Mopac at 35th Street. Police have identified the suspect who killed her as Dr. Bharat Narumanchi, a physician at a different practice.
Cheryl Fuller, who lives in the neighborhood, told Austonia she was there during the hostage incident and saw the SWAT and cop cars at the scene.
"There's no other way to think of it other than just tragic," Fuellar said. "People loved her—it's just so sad"
A mom and her son drop flowers off in Dr. Dodson's memory Wednesday. (Christa McWhirter)
Austin physicians are already rallying around the late Dr. Dodson's memory, planning a candlelight vigil, assistance for her husband and children, and staffing for her pediatrics practice.
Dr. Dodson was a long-time Austin area physician who joined Children's Medical Group in 2017.
In 2019, she was named by Texas Super Doctors as one of the top pediatricians in Texas. According to the TSD website, she was also featured in the 2020 selection.
This story was updated to include the latest information provided by police.
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Fall promises to be a one-of-a-kind camping experience. From Sept. 16 to Nov. 24, weekends will be packed with fall-themed activities, including special Halloween weekends in October. Campers can enjoy activities like fall crafts, campground trick-or-treating, costume contests, site decorating, outdoor movie nights, and more!
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Located just 5 miles from McLane Stadium, Camp Fimfo Waco is the perfect place to stay during home game weekends. Skip the stuffy hotel room and embrace the great outdoors before cheering on the Baylor Bears! Campers can purchase a Baylor Tailgating Package that includes a pre-game meal from Executive Chef Sean Kelley and transportation to and from the game! Chef Kelley will also be cooking up delicious, elevated tailgating meals near the stadium so make sure to check out The Plaid Plate food truck before the game.
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Camp Fimfo Waco features lots of amenities to fill your days with fun, whether you’re a kid or kid at heart. After challenging your friends to a game of pickleball, basketball, or mini golf, go for a dip in the resort-style, heated pool - open daily through October! Stay on the weekends through October to enjoy the interactive splash playground. With plenty of ways to burn off energy, like the jumping pillow or playground, you can be sure to end the day with a peaceful night around the campfire!
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