Monday, March 31, 2025

Suspect Assaults Convenience Store Clerk After Being Confronted for Stealing

The Houston Police Department’s Robbery Division needs the public's assistance identifying the suspect responsible for a shoplifting turned robbery by force.

On Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at around 8:30 pm, an unknown male entered a convenience store, located at the 6800 block of Jensen, in Houston, Texas. The male walked around the store and concealed merchandise in his clothing. An employee recognized the male as a frequent shoplifter and confronted him about the merchandise. The suspect assaulted the employee by punching him in the face and then fled the location. Houston PD #97596-25

Suspect descriptions: Black male, 5’8 to 6’0, around 200 to 210 pounds, and had a beard.

Please contact Crime Stoppers of Houston DIRECTLY if you have any information related to this investigation. Information leading to the charging and/or arrest of any felony suspects may result in a cash payment up to $5,000. Tipsters MUST contact Crime Stoppers DIRECTLY to remain anonymous and to be considered for a cash payment by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitting an online tip at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app.