Thursday, January 31, 2019

Suspect Wanted for at Least Five Robberies in South Houston

Crime Stoppers and the Houston Police Department’s Robbery Division need the public's assistance identifying a robbery suspect responsible for series of aggravated robberies with a deadly weapon.

On Monday, January 21, 2018, an unknown black male entered the Subway, located at South 75th in Harris County, Texas. The suspect approached the counter and stated that he wanted a refund. When the employee opened the cash register, the suspect pushed the employee back while reaching over the counter and started to take the money from the register. HCSO case #190100185  

The same suspect is also believed to be responsible for the following robberies in south Houston:

1.         Family Dollar on Broadway 1-19-19  HCSO case #190100168
2.         Family Dollar on Telephone 1-27-19  HCSO case #190100244
3.         Family Dollar @ 4122 Telephone 1-28-19  HPD case #119784-19
4.         Family Dollar @ 10996 Fuqua 1-29-19  HPD case #126417-19

Over time, the suspect is becoming more aggressive in the robberies by jumping the counter and stating to the employees that he has a gun, although one has not been seen yet.   

Suspect description: Black male, 30 to 35 years old, 5’09 to 5’11, 200 pounds, black hair, medium complexion, black shoes, has worn a black Chicago Bulls cap.

Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the charging and/or arrest of the suspect in this case. Information may be reported by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477) or submitted online at www.crime-stoppers.org