By Trendsetter Tribune 
A new photo has emerged of the gunman who killed two people and wounded 14 others at Buford’s Backyard Beer Garden in Austin early Sunday morning. The FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force is now investigating the attack as a potential act of terrorism, citing specific “indicators” found at the scene and in the suspect’s vehicle.
Suspect Identified: Ndiaga Diagne
Law enforcement officials have identified the deceased shooter as Ndiaga Diagne, a 53-year-old naturalized U.S. citizen originally from Senegal.
- Background: Diagne arrived in the U.S. in 2006 and was naturalized in 2013. He had previously lived in New York City before moving to Pflugerville, Texas.
- The Photo: Images obtained by media outlets show Diagne during the attack wearing a sweatshirt emblazoned with the phrase “Property of Allah.” * Clothing & Equipment: Sources indicate he was also wearing an undershirt featuring an Iranian flag design. Investigators recovered a handgun, a rifle, and a copy of the Quran from his SUV.
- Prior History: Law enforcement sources told reporters that Diagne had a history of mental health episodes in the Austin area and a string of prior arrests in New York.
Investigation into Motive
While the FBI cautioned that it is too early to confirm a definitive motive, the timing and the suspect’s attire have raised significant concerns. The shooting occurred just hours after major U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, leading investigators to explore whether Diagne was motivated by extremist ideology or the recent escalation in the Middle East.
“There were indicators on the subject and in his vehicle that suggest a potential nexus to terrorism, but it’s too early to determine the motivation.” — Alex Doran, FBI Acting Special Agent in Charge