Friday, December 6, 2019

Video Released With Suspects' Faces in Violent Robberies

Crime Stoppers and the Houston Police Department’s Robbery Division need the public's assistance identifying the suspect responsible for a series of aggravated robberies. Two unknown males are responsible for five different robbery incidents that occurred on December 2nd in the South side of Houston. The first incident occurred at 910 Redwood at an apartment complex at 6:09 pm. The complainant stated that he was inside his apartment balcony when two Hispanic males approached him. The complainant stated that one of the males placed a knife to his throat and demanded his money. The complainant informed the suspect that he did not have any money, at which time the suspects punched him in the face. Both suspects then fled the scene on foot. Houston PD #1586920-19 The second incident occurred at 6113 Gulf Freeway along a walk path at 6:41 pm. The complainant stated that while he was walking, he was approached by two unknown Hispanic males and was hit from behind by one of the suspects, causing him to fall to the ground. The suspects both kicked the victim and punched him repeatedly while searching for any property on the victim. Both suspects then fled the scene. Houston PD #1587068-19 The third incident occurred at 7600 block of Tipps at Mason Park at 6:58 pm. The complainant stated that while in the park, two unknown Hispanic males approached him. The complainant stated that the suspects both began to assault him while one of the males stabbed him with a knife while trying to take his belongings. The suspects were able to take his phone and then fled the area. Houston PD #1587130-19 The fourth incident occurred at an apartment complex located at 2520 Beatty at 10:44 pm. The complainant stated that while he was in the laundry mat, who unknown Hispanic males approached him. The complainant stated that both suspects jumped him while attempting to take his wallet and phone. While the victim attempted to fight back, one of the suspects stabbed him with a knife. Both suspects then fled the scene with the complainant’s property. Houston PD #1587855-19 The fifth incident occurred at the Fernandes Food Mart, located at 6275 Griggs at 11:10 pm. The complainant stated that he was taking the trash out and was approached by two unknown Hispanic males. Both of the males began to assault the victim by punching him while on the ground. One of the suspects then pulled out a knife and began stabbing the complainant while taking his wallet and cell phone. Both suspects then fled the scene. Houston PD #1587917-19 (VIDEO OF INCIDENT) Suspect #1: Hispanic male wearing a white shirt stabbed each of the complainants. Suspect #2: Hispanic male in dark clothing held a gun on them. 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