Austin Harry Owen (November 29, 1994 — October 16, 2024) is a Robloxian who gained notoriety for his attempt to assassinate Mason “Scorpio” Smith, a candidate in the 2024 Presidential Elections, during a rally at Pacifico on October 10, 2024. He was contracted by fellow candidate Coeptus II to carry out the assassination. Just six days later, Owen was killed, an event that precipitated the conflict known as the Battle of Bloxifornia. Additionally, his associates were incarcerated for their involvement in the Arbington Shootings.
Austin was born in Bloxburg, Robloxia, where he spent his formative years. He was raised in a household that included a brother and both parents. In 2015, he embarked on a career as a digital artist, creating artwork for various games. As the late 2010s approached, he developed pronounced political views mostly on the left wing. He started making many social media posts and videos calling out many Republicans and members of the right and ambiguous wings. In 2024, he made an attempt to assassinate Scorpio Smith, a political candidate, allegedly hired by another candidate, Coeptus II. This act led to his assassination six days later in San Juan, Bloxburg Valley, igniting a conflict between the Coffee Stained Republic and Robloxia, formally known as the Battle of Bloxifornia.
Much controversy is over Austin Owen as many communists support his actions and roles. However, many Democrats, Republicans, Progressives, and few communists say that he was a very bad person. Scorpio Smith, while in the hospital to recover, posted on Instagram, "It is horrible that Coeptus II is know annexing a state and killing thousands because he doesn't get what he wants. I'm now shifting [my] perspectives to him being a bigger crybaby than Puma and Manul after their argument a few weeks ago. I have also heard of Austin Owen's death. All I can say is rest in peace, man. But [do] know you're not taking down this man. You forgot one thing — I never back down. I'm still here, stronger than ever, and together, we're going to keep fighting for Robloxia!"