Jamie White, a reporter for Infowars, was shot dead outside his Austin apartment late Sunday night, according to the Austin Police Department and Infowars founder Alex Jones.
Investigators believe White was murdered while trying to stop suspects who were possibly burglarizing his vehicle, before they fled the scene, according to police.
Jones described White as “one of the most amazing people” who had ever worked at Infowars and praised him as “our best writer and reporter.”
“Jamie was murdered last night outside of his home just a few miles away from our studios,” Jones said. “We sent some people over this morning when he didn’t answer the phone. He’s always here early.”
Jones explained that Infowars staff arrived at White’s apartment complex Monday morning to find police tape and blood covering the parking lot. According to Jones, an officer on scene confirmed White’s identity and said that he died shortly after reaching the hospital.
Austin Police Department Public Information Officer Leah Ratliff confirmed to Infowars that officers had arrived within just two minutes of receiving the emergency call and attempted life-saving measures before taking White to the hospital.
Jones commended APD’s quick response despite criticizing local leadership for policies he believes contributed to rising crime in Austin.
Jones further accused local political leaders of driving violent crime in Austin through policies he described as intentionally destructive. He specifically blamed Travis County District Attorney Jose Garza and other officials for policies that he said emboldened violent criminals and undermined law enforcement.
“The police did tell us that they have some suspects,” Jones said, adding that detectives privately expressed frustration over recent budget cuts affecting crime response resources. According to Jones, officers complained off-record about reduced funding for violent crime units and insufficient support from local prosecutors.
“Jamie would want us to talk about this,” Jones said.
The homicide marks Austin’s eighth murder investigation of 2025, police officials told the news outlet.
Jones vowed not only to remember White but also to hold accountable those he believes responsible for creating conditions leading to increased violence in Austin.
