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Permitless Party: Teen Slain at Austin Venue
10 Jan
Summary
- Austin Event Center lacked permits for the New Year's Eve party.
- An 18-year-old was fatally shot during the unlicensed event.
- Business owner did not have a valid certificate of occupancy.
A fatal New Year's Eve shooting at the Austin Event Center has brought to light significant permit and licensing issues. The venue, located at 7801 N. Lamar Blvd., was hosting a party organized by Overly Turnt Productions when 18-year-old Isaiah Atkinson was killed. City records indicate the business owner, Miriam Hernandez, did not possess an up-to-date certificate of occupancy for the space, which was previously authorized only for retail use.
The Austin Development Services department stated that necessary city permits for the operation were not acquired. Overly Turnt Productions, which advertised the event with promises of "good drinks, good energy, and crazy vibes all night," also appears to have operated without a TABC license, despite advertisements for alcohol and a cover charge. The group claimed alcohol was not sold, but this contradicts TABC regulations regarding cover charges.
Police responded to the incident around 1:30 a.m. on January 1, and Isaiah Atkinson was pronounced dead shortly after. Alton Williams III, 19, was arrested and charged with murder in connection with the shooting, reportedly stemming from a dispute over a woman. The Austin Police Department is cooperating with code enforcement on the investigation, and party organizers are reportedly cooperating with detectives.
