Indian stabs another Indian to death in Texas bus
In a shocking incident in Austin, Texas, an
-origin entrepreneur was fatally stabbed by a fellow Indian passenger aboard a CapMetro bus. The victim, identified as Akshay Gupta, was 30 years old and reportedly had no prior interaction with the assailant.
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The attacker, Deepak Kandel, 31, was arrested at the scene and charged with first-degree murder.
The incident occurred on May 14, 2025, around 6:45 p.m. According to the Austin Police Department, Gupta was stabbed in the neck without warning during the bus ride in South Austin. Kandel had been sitting next to Gupta on the bus when he stabbed Gupta in his neck.
Police officers and emergency medical services responded to a "Shoot/Stab" call of someone being stabbed on a bus in the evening.
"Kandel stabbed Gupta in the neck without provocation," according to police. Emergency responders administered life-saving measures on Gupta, but he was pronounced dead at 7:30 p.m., according to a report by the KXAN network.
Kandel, who is reported to be homeless, was detained by police shortly after the incident. Authorities have not disclosed a clear motive for the attack, and investigations are ongoing. The case has raised concerns about safety on public transportation and the need for increased security measures.
Austin Police identified Deepak Kandel by reviewing CCTV footage from the bus. The footage revealed that after the bus made an emergency stop, Kandel calmly exited the vehicle with other passengers and left the scene on foot. Austin Police Department patrol officers located and detained him shortly thereafter.
"Kandel was found less than a mile from where the bus pulled over," according to an arrest affidavit. He reportedly told police that he stabbed Gupta because he looked like his uncle.
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Gupta's family and friends have expressed shock and grief over the loss. They described him as a talented and hardworking individual who had recently relocated to the US to pursue career opportunities in the tech industry. A memorial service is planned in Austin to honor his memory.
The Austin community has rallied in support of Gupta's family, with local organizations offering assistance and condolences. The incident has also prompted discussions about mental health services and support for homeless individuals in the area.
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