Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Frequent Shoplifter Threatens Drug Store Employee While Fleeing

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

On Monday, May 19, 2025, at around 12:30 pm, an unknown male entered a drug store, located at the 1000 block of Waugh, in Houston, Texas. The male walked around and grabbed a variety of merchandise from within the store. An employee recognized the male as a frequent shoplifter and confronted him about the merchandise as he was leaving without paying for it. The suspect then threatened to harm the employee and fled the location on foot. Houston PD #650773-25

Suspect descriptions: Black male, possible early twenties, short height, afro, no facial hair, wearing a white t shirt, black sweats, and a large camo backpack.

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.