Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Suspect Identity Sought in Shoplifting Turned Robbery at Department Store

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

On Friday, August 8, 2025, at around 1:50 pm, an unknown male entered a department store, located at the 5100 block of Hidalgo, in Houston, Texas. The male walked through the store, grabbed a variety of items, and then walked out of the store without attempting to pay for the merchandise. An employee witnessed the theft and confronted the suspect outside the store. The suspect assaulted the employee and then fled the location.  Houston PD #1033103-25

Suspect descriptions: White male, 5’10 to 6’2, 240 to 160 pounds, black and white shirt, black pants and black shoes. 

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.