On November 11, 2023, Austin Police officers responded to a "Shoot/Stab Hot Shot Call." The Caller advised that there were several subjects that had been stabbed. Upon arrival, officers made contact with one of the victims who advised two additional family members were still inside the residence. Patrol officers made entry into the residence at which point a suspect opened fire from within the residence. APD SWAT was requested to assist, upon arrival an emergency entry was made to save the lives of the victims. The rescue resulted in the tragic death of one SWAT officer and a traumatic injury to a second SWAT officer.

Rafael Rosales has served with the Austin Police Department for 24 years. During his career, he spent over a decade as a SWAT officer, where he held roles including Team Leader, Operations Planner, Tactical Trainer, and Entry Team Member. Following a promotion, Rafael left the team in 2019, but returned in 2022 as a supervisor. He currently serves as one of three SWAT sergeants.