Monday, June 23, 2025

Suspect Identity Sought in East Houston Drug Store Robbery

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

On Friday, April 25, 2025, at around 8:30 pm, an unknown male entered a drug store, located at the 500 block of Maxey, in Houston, Texas. The male approached the employee, who was standing behind the counter, and acted as though he was going to make a small purchase. When the employee opened the cash register, the male reached over the counter and forcibly took the money from the cash drawer. The suspect then fled the location in an unknown direction. Houston PD #535446-25

Suspect description: Black male, navy blue pullover jacket, black pants and had dreads.

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.