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On Thursday, September 12, 2024 at around 6:30 am, an unknown male entered a drug store, located at the 400 block of Gray, in Houston, Texas. The male walked throughout the store and concealed items in a bag that he was carrying. The male then walked towards the exit without paying for the items and was approached by an employee. The suspect then pulled out a knife in a threatening manner. The suspect then fled the area. Houston PD #1293528-24

Suspect description: Black male, brown jacket, black shirt, and blue pants. Carried a backpack.  
On Monday, September 23, 2024 at around 2:00 pm, an unknown male entered a restaurant, located at the 2100 block of Travis, in Houston, Texas. The male grabbed an order to go from the counter and then walked out of the restaurant without paying for it. An employee approached the male outside of the restaurant and was assaulted by the suspect. The suspect then walked back into the restaurant, grabbed a second meal, and fled the location on foot. Houston PD #1347296-24

Suspect #1: Black male, black shirt and red shorts.
On Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at around 1:50 pm, two unknown males entered a convenience store, located at the 2100 block of Fannin, in Houston, Texas. The males picked up merchandise in the store, concealed it inside their pockets, and then walked out of the store without attempting to pay for it. A store clerk confronted the suspects outside the store and began to record them with his cell phone. The suspects confronted the store clerk and began to assault him by means of punching and kicking him in the face. The suspects then fled the location on foot. Houston PD #1018013-24 

Suspect descriptions: Black male, 20 to 30 years old, white shirt and gray sweatpants.

Suspect #2: Black male, 20 to 30 years old, black shirt and gray shorts.  
On Monday, December 25, 2023 at around 6:30 am, an unknown male entered a convenience store, located at the 4600 block of San Jacinto, in Houston, Texas. The male first acted like a customer and then approached the counter, threw his backpack on the ground (near the clerk), and demanded the money from the register. The employee complied with the suspect’s demands by giving the suspect the money from the cash drawer. The suspect then fled the location in an unknown direction. Houston PD #1827453-23 

Suspect description: Black male, black jacket dark pants and black and white shoes.On Sunday, September 3, 2023, an unknown male entered a grocery store, located at the 10000 block of Cypresswood, in Houston, Texas. The male used a credit card that had been taken in an aggravated robbery. (Video included) 

In the robbery case, the complainant was driving his vehicle at around 1:30 am at the 2500 block of La Branch, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that a silver Dodge abruptly stopped in front of him and three males exited the vehicle. The complainant stated that all three males were armed with handguns while demanding his property. The suspects searched the complainant and removed his wallet and watch. The suspects then got back into the silver Dodge and fled the scene. Houston PD #1261111-23

Robbery suspect: Black male, 20’s, dark clothing and gray face covering.

Robbery suspect #2: Black male, 20’s, dark clothing and black face covering.

Robbery suspect #3: Black male, 20’s, dark clothing and black face covering.

Credit card abuse suspect: Black male, 20’s, black shirt and light-colored shorts.On Monday, November 6, 2023 at around 6:00 pm, an unknown male entered a drug store, located at the 100 block of W. 20th, in Houston, Texas. The male grabbed several items from within the store and then began to walk out without paying for it. An employee witnessed the incident and confronted the suspect, who displayed a knife, and then fled the area. Houston PD #1592061-23 

Suspect description: Black male, white muscle shirt, black shorts and white shoes.On Monday, July 3, 2023 at around 7:30 pm, the complainant was sitting in her vehicle at a commercial parking lot, located at the 2500 block of Shearn, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that while she was in the driver’s seat, two unknown males suddenly appeared while one of the males opened her driver’s side door while threatening to harm her if she did not give up her property. The suspect grabbed her fanny pack and then both males got into a beige older four door vehicle and fled the scene. Houston PD #944190-23

Suspect descriptions: Black male, 20 to 25 years old, 6’0, 155 pounds, red shirt and black pants. Suspect #2: Black male, 30 to 38 years old, 5’8, 175 to 185 pounds, orange shirt and dark shorts. On Tuesday, October 24, 2023 at around 11:20 pm, an unknown male walked up to the front of a convenience store, located at the 1800 block of Hamilton, in Houston, Texas. The male approached the complainant and asked him if he could have his necklace. When the complainant said no, the suspect pepper sprayed the complainant in the face, got on his (rented) scooter, and rode away. Houston PD #1527992-23 

Suspect: Black male, light skin, short dreading hair, and wearing a top shirt.  On Monday, October 16, 2023 at around 11:40 am, an unknown male entered a convenience store, located at the 1100 block of Main, in Houston, Texas. The male walked into the store, grabbed three beer cans, and then walked out without attempting to pay for them. The store clerk tried to stop the suspect, but was pushed out of the way and then threatened as he left the store. Houston PD #1483635-23 

Suspect description: Black male, 50 to 55 years old, 5’8 to 5’10, 180 to 185 pounds, dark complexion, black muscle shirt, black shorts and white shoes.  On Sunday, July 30, 2023 at around 4:00 pm, three unknown males entered a smoke shop, located at the 700 block of W. Gray, in Houston, Texas. Two of the males pulled out handguns while demanding the money from the cash register. The suspects took the money from the cash drawer and merchandise from within the store, and then fled the location in an unknown direction. Houston PD #1082219-23 

Suspect description: Black male, 18 to 20 years old, gray hoodie and green pants.

Suspect #2: Black male, 16 to 18 years old, green hoodie and black pants.

Suspect #3: Black male, large build, black shirt and black pants w/red and white stripe.On Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at around 4:40 pm, an unknown male walked into a medical plaza, located at the 1300 block of St. Joseph Parkway, in Houston, Texas.  The complainant, an employee inside the business, was approached by the male on the 12th floor, who threated to harm her if she did not give up her property. The suspect took the complainants iPad and wallet and began to flee the location. The complainant then yelled loudly and began to record the suspect with her phone. The suspect then punched the complainant in the face numerous times and then threw her iPad in the trash, but kept her wallet. The suspect fled the location in an unknown direction. Houston PD #1495793-23

Suspect description: Black male, 50 to 55 years old, 5’8 to 6’0, gray Adidas pullover and gray pants.On Saturday, October 7, 2023 at around 4:00 AM, the complainant was walking through a parking lot, on her way to work, at the 3700 block of Center, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that two vehicles slowly drove by her and then stopped. Three unknown males then exited the vehicles, ran up to her, and forcibly grabbed her backpack, causing her to the fall to the ground. The suspects got back into a white four-door sedan and blue four-door sedan and fled the scene. Houston PD #1437706-23 

Suspect description: Three unknown males wearing dark clothing.On Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at around 1:30 am, two unknown males entered a convenience store, located at the 2000 block of Emancipation, in Houston, Texas. The males first acted like customers and then one of the males walked to the door while the second male approached the clerk, who was standing behind the enclosed counter. The male then pointing a handgun at the clerk and demanded the money from the cash register. The clerk then jumped to the ground and hid until the suspects fled the location. Houston PD #1342980-23 

Suspect #1: Black male, 20 to 25 years old, 5’8 to 6’0, 150 to 175 pounds, red jacket and white pants.

Suspect #2: Black male, 25 to 30 years old, 5’8 to 6’0, 150 to 175 pounds, brown pullover and blue jeans.On Saturday, September 30, 2023 at around 6:00 am, an unknown male entered a convenience store, located at the 2500 block of South Shepherd, in Houston, Texas. The male walked into the store, grabbed numerous items, and then began to walk out of the store. The clerk stopped the male and was punched the suspect in the face numerous times. The suspect then fled the location in an unknown direction. Houston PD #1402395-23 

Suspect description: Black male, yellow and white t-shirt with a banana and tree on it with words "VANS HAVE A PEEL", black pants, and tennis shoes.On Friday, August 18, 2023, at around 1:30 am, the complainant left a bar, located at the 600 block of Fairview, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that he began to walk to his residence, a small four-door sedan stopped and an unknown male as him if he wanted a ride. The complainant accepted the males offer and got into the vehicle. The complainant stated that he male then forced the complainant to remove his Rolex watch and also took his cell phone. The suspect then forced the complainant out of his vehicle and drove off. Houston PD #1178566-23 

The complainant stated that the suspect then used his cell phone to make numerous fraudulent transactions at a convenience store and a nearby grocery store. 

Suspect description: Described as a Black male. Vehicle description: Described as a small four-door sedan.On Thursday, September 21, 2023 at around 9:00 am, an unknown male walked into a convenience store, located at the 600 block of Fannin, in Houston, Texas. The male asked the clerk for a couple of phone accessories from behind the counter, so the clerk placed the items on the counter. The suspect then grabbed the items without paying for them and started to walk out of the store. The store clerk attempted to stop the suspect, who then punched the clerk in the face numerous times and then fled the location in an unknown direction. Houston PD #1354894-23 

Suspect description: Black male, 30 to 35 years old, 5’8 to 5’9, 200 to 210 pounds, dark complexion, black shirt, black shorts and white slip-on sandals.On Saturday, September 2, 2023 at around 2:15 pm, an unknown male entered a clothing store, located at the 600 block of W. Alabama, in Houston, Texas. The male walked into the store, announced loudly that he had just been paid, and then grabbed several high dollar shirts of a rack. The male then then walked out of the store without attempting to pay for the shirts and was confronted by a store employee outside of the store. The suspects assaulted the store employee by punching her in the chest, got into a grey Chrysler 200 (driven by an unknown female) and fled the location. Houston PD #1258255-23 

Suspect description: Black male, 25 to 30 years old, light colored shirt and black shorts.On Thursday, August 17, 2023 at around 11:30 pm, the complainant was standing outside a bus station, located at the 2100 block of Main, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that he was approached by an unknown male on a bicycle, who demanded his wallet. The complainant stated that when he refused, the suspect struck him with a closed fist, causing him to fall to the ground. The suspect then got back on his bike and rode away. Houston PD #1174858-23 

Suspect description: Black male, 45 to 50 years old, 6’0, 200 pounds, blue shirt and brown pants.On Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at around 2:35 pm, an unknown male entered a recovery center, located at the 1200 block of West Clay, in Houston, Texas. The male walked into the business and asked to use the restroom. An employee recognized the male as known trespasser and informed him that he was not allowed to be there. The male then grabbed a fire extinguisher and threated to harm the employee with it. The suspect then walked out of the business as the employee attempted to get the fire extinguisher back. Once outside, the suspect once again threatened to hit the employee with the fire extinguisher and then fled the location in an unknown direction. Houston PD #1242878-23 

Suspect description: White male, first name possibly Dylan, 5’9 to 5’11, 130 to 150 pounds, light complexion, gray shirt and blue jeans.On Saturday, May 20, 2023 at around 11:00 am, the complainant withdrew a large sum of money from a Chase bank at 600 McGowen and had taken an Uber back to his hotel at the 900 block of W. Dallas Street, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that while standing in front of the hotel, an unknown male suddenly approached him and forcibly grabbed his envelope with the money. The suspect then ran to a black Mercedes sedan and fled the scene. Houston PD #713936-23 

Suspect descriptions: Black male, black hooded jacket.

Suspect #2: Black male, white shirt and black jacket.

Suspect vehicle: Black Mercedes four-door sedan.On Monday, March 13, 2023 at around 5:30 pm, three unknown males entered a convenience store, located at the 300 block of W. Alabama, Houston, Texas. The males first acted like customers, but then pulled out handguns began demanding money from the employees and customers. One of the suspects jumped over the counter and forced the employee to open the cash register. Once the suspects had the money, they fled the location in a black four-door sedan. Houston PD #362835-23 

Suspect #1: Black male, 5’7, 140 to 150 pounds, white jacket and black pants.

Suspect #2: Black male, 5’7, 140 to 150 pounds, black shirt and blue jeans.

Suspect #3: Black male, 5’7, 140 to 150 pounds, black hoodie and black pants. On Tuesday, January 17 2023 at around 2:20 pm, the complainant was shopping at a retail store, located at the 1500 block of Gray, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that while she was shopping, she set her phone down and accidently walked away from it for a few minutes. Meanwhile, two unknown males and a female where also in the store. One of the males saw the complainant’s phone, placed it in his pocket, and then left the location. The complainant then realized that her phone was missing and was able to track it (with another phone) in the parking lot. The complainant located the two males and female in the parking lot and asked them if they had her phone. One of the males stated that he didn’t have it, but then showed it to her and offered to sell it back to her for $300. The complainant then tried to take her phone back from the suspect, who then punched her in the face with a closed fist. The suspects got into a gray four-door Pontiac and sped away from the scene. Houston PD #82065-23 

Note: While the complainant was trying to get her phone back, the female stated to the male “Alex, give her phone back to her.” 

Suspect description: Hispanic male, 5’11, black hair, brown eyes, red Nike hoodie. Possibly named “Alex.” Suspect #2: Hispanic male, black jacket and blue jeans. Suspect #3: Hispanic female, gray shorts and blue jeans. On Thursday, April 27, 2023 at around 10:00 pm, an unknown male entered a grocery store, located at the 3600 block of Washington Avenue, in Houston, Texas. The male walked around the store while placing several higher dollar items in his shopping cart. An employee approached the male and asked him if he needed assistance. The male told the employee to leave him alone and threatened to shoot him if he didn’t. The male then left his shopping cart full of merchandise and walked out of the store. A short time later, the male returned, walked back to his shopping cart, and left the store through an emergency exit with the full shopping cart. The suspect then place the items in a green Subaru and fled the location. Houston PD #594769-23  

Suspect descriptions: Black male, 40 to 50 years old, around 6’0, dark colored jacket and blue jeans.On Monday, January 30, 2023 at around 1:20 am, an unknown male entered a convenience store, located at the 2000 block of Emancipation, in Houston, Texas. The male approached the clerk, who was standing behind the counter, pointed a handgun at him, and then demanded the money from the cash register. The suspect removed the money from the cash drawer and then placed several cartons of cigarettes in a trash bag. The suspect then fled the location in an unknown direction. Houston PD #144671-23 

Suspect description: Black male, black hoodie and black pants. On Monday, December 5, 2022 at around 11:45 pm, an elderly 69-year-old complainant walked out of a convenience store, located at the 1000 block of Booth, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that he was approached by several males, who began to assault him and then kicked him several times after he fell to the ground. The suspects then took the complainants wallet and cash and then left the location in different vehicles. As a result of the assault, the complainant suffered a broken nose and possible concussion. Houston PD #1636399-22 

Suspect #1: Black male, wearing black hoodie, khaki shorts, black hat.

Suspect #2: Black male, wearing a multi color t-shirt, gray or black shorts, gray sandals.

Suspect #3: Black male, wearing a green flannel jacket, red shorts, red sandals.On Thursday, November 10, 2022 at around 2:00 am, the complainants were leaving a donut shop and getting into their vehicle at the 1200 block of Westheimer, in Houston, Texas. The male complainant stated that as he closed the passenger door and walked around the vehicle, he was approached a male, who was pointing a gun at him, and demanding his car keys. The complainant complied with the suspect and gave him his keys and then opened the passenger door, telling the female complainant to get out of the vehicle. The suspect then got into the driver’s seat and fled the location in the complainant’s vehicle. Houston PD #1520667-22 

The complainant’s vehicle was located a short while later, unoccupied, at an apartment complex at 12603 Woodforest. 

Suspect: Black male, thin build, wearing black pants. On Monday, October 17, 2022 at around 11:00 am, an unknown male entered a convenience store, located at the 3300 block of Emancipation Avenue, in Houston, Texas. The male first acted like a customer and as an employee was entering the enclosed area surrounding the cash registers, the suspect forced his way inside. The suspect demanded the money from the cash registers and then punched the clerk, striking him in the face. The clerk was able to push the suspect out of the enclosed area and closed the door. The suspect then became angry because he was unable to get any money and knocked down merchandise as he was leaving the store. Houston PD #1404281-22 

Suspect description: Black male, 25 to 30 years old, 5’8 to 5’11, 150 to 160 pounds, medium complexion, and dark clothing.On Sunday, September 18, 2022 at around 2:15 am, two females and a male walked into a convenience store, located at the 2300 block of Pease, in Houston, Texas. The store clerk was working in the cooler area, when he observed the male place several items from the shelves into his pockets. The store clerk approached the suspect and told him that he needed to pay for the items. The suspect then pushed the store clerk back and walked out of the store without paying for the items. As the suspects were getting into a white Toyota Camry, a passenger, who remained in the vehicle, pointed a handgun at him. The store clerk then backed off as the vehicle sped away. Houston PD #1258206-22 

Suspect #1: Hispanic male, low to mid 20’s, black shirt and black pants.

Suspect #2: Hispanic female, brown top and jeans.

Suspect #3: Hispanic female, white shirt and jeans.

On Monday, September 19, 2022 at 4:35 pm, the complainant was inside his apartment at the 3000 block of Summer, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that he heard a noise coming from his back patio and opened the blinds to further investigate. The complainant stated that two unknown males were standing in his patio after jumping the wooden fence, one of which was pointing a gun at him. One of the males then threw a rock at the door, shattering the glass. The complainant ran out of his apartment as the suspects entered, notified the leasing office, and police were called. The suspects were able to flee the scene in an unknown direction with some of the complainant’s money and personal property prior to police arriving. Houston PD #1265567-22 

Suspect description: Black male, thin build, black hoodie and red pants.

Suspect #2: Black male, thin build, black hoodie and black pants. On Monday, August 22, 2022 at around 8:00 pm, an unknown male entered a convenience store, located at the 300 block of Tuam, in Houston, Texas. The male walked to the alcohol isle, grabbed a small bottle of wine, and put it in his pocket. The clerk saw the male and told him that he was going to have to pay for the wine. The male then pulled out a knife and threatened the clerk. The clerk then pulled out a gun and told the suspect to drop the knife. The clerk walked around the counter and kicked the knife out of the suspect’s hand. The suspect then walked out of the store, fleeing in an unknown direction. Houston PD #1128653-22 

Suspect description: White male, 50’s, 5’7 to 5’9, 215 to 230 pounds, black shirt and blue jeans. Tattoo’s on his arm, possibly with Aryan Brotherhood markings. On Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at around 10:30 pm, the complainants were closing up a restaurant for the night at the 900 block of Studewood, in Houston, Texas. The complainants stated that two unknown males walked into the business while armed with handguns. The males demanded money from within the business, at which time; the complainants complied and gave the suspects the money. Both suspects then fled the location traveling West on 9th Street in a silver four-door sedan. Houston PD #147885-22 

The suspects were described as: #1 Black or Hispanic male, 6’0, medium length hair with “back bun,” medium build, red jacket, dark shirt, and white shoes.

Suspect #2 – Black or Hispanic male, 5’7 to 6’0, short hair, medium build, blue hoodie or sweater, light colored pants, black shoes with white shoelaces, black mask and red hat under the hoodie.On Friday, December 31, 2021, the complainant went to a nightclub at the 700 block of West Main, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that while at the nightclub, an unknown female approached her and made small talk. The complainant stated that she was unaware that the female had taken her cell phone along with her credit card holder as she walked away. 

The next day, the complainant was contacted by her bank and informed that her credit card was used at a store at the 8500 block of South Main, where an unknown female made several purchases using the complainant’s credit card. Houston PD #2215-22

 Suspect description: Black female, heavy set, with short hair.On Tuesday, December 21, 2021 at around 11:15 pm, the complainant pulled into his parking spot at his apartment complex, located at the 3400 block of Ocee, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that he was suddenly approached by two unknown males, who were both armed with handguns. One of the males pointed a gun to his head and told him to give him his keys. The complainant complied and gave the suspect his car keys. Both suspects then got into the complainants red Chevrolet pickup and fled the scene. Houston PD #1706528-21

The complainant’s truck was located the next day at the 200 block of Hamilton, in Downtown Houston. Surveillance video was recovered and the two suspects are both observed exiting the truck at 10:44 am and walking South on Hamilton. The suspects left the truck running with the keys in the ignition. 

Suspect #1: Black male, 30 to 35 years old, 5'10, 140 to 150 pounds, white shirt and camo pants.

Suspect #2: Black male, 35 to 35 years old, 5'10, 130 pounds, black shirt and gray sweatpants.On Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at around 9:00 pm, the complainant, a delivery driver, was delivering a package at the 700 block of Schwartz, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that while he was getting the package from the back of his truck, he was suddenly attacked by an unknown male, who began repeatedly hitting him in the head with a gun. The complainant then tried to distance himself from the suspect and then asked him what he wanted. The suspect then walked back to the complainant’s delivery truck, removed a package, and then walked away. Houston PD #1417233-21 

Suspect described as a black male, black shirt, black pants and a white baseball cap. On Monday, October 11, 2021 at 3:00 pm, the complainant was standing outside of a business, located at the 3300 block of Elgin, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that three unknown males suddenly ran up to him, while one of the males was pointing a gun at his face. One of the other suspects began going through his pockets and removed his wallet and keys while the suspect pointing the gun at him took his cell phone. The suspects then ran off, at which time, the complainant grabbed his gun and fired it towards the suspects (out of camera range). The suspect with the gun then turned around and fired his weapon three times towards the complainant. The suspect then threw the complainant’s cell phone and keys to the ground and then continued to flee the location on foot. Houston PD #1372571-21 

Suspect #1: Black male, 16 to 18 years old, 5’5 to 5’8, 130 to 140 pounds, white shirt, black pistol, black jeans, red slides and low cut hair.

Suspect #2: Black male, 16 to 18 years old, 5’5 to 5’8, 130 to 140 pounds, low cut dreads, black t-shirt and khaki pants.

Suspect #3: Black male, 16 to 18 years old, 5’5 to 5’8, 130 to 140 pounds, black hoodie, blue jeans and short twist in hair. On Saturday, September 25, 2021 at 7:19 pm, the complainant was walking on the sidewalk with her dog at the 900 block of Studewood, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that he was approached by an unknown male, who pointed a handgun at her and demanded her purse. The suspect then forcibly grabbed the complainant’s purse and then got into a red Chevrolet HHR. As the suspects were about to flee, the complainant became caught on the passenger door and was dragged for several feet along with her dog. The suspects then pushed the complainant off the vehicle, breaking her arm in the process as she fell to the ground. The suspects then fled the scene. Houston PD #1296206-21

 Suspect description: Hispanic male, thin build, black pants, and multicolored jacket.

Vehicle: Red four-door Chevrolet HHR.On Friday, August 13, 2021 at around 7:00 pm, the complainants had just parked their vehicle in their parking garage at their downtown apartment, located at the 400 block of Travis, in Houston, Texas. The complainants stated that when they walked up to the elevators, they were approached by a male, who pointed a handgun at them and demanded their belongings. Once the suspect had the complainant’s property, he kicked the female complainant while forcing them to lay on the ground. The suspect then fled the location in a 2014 to 2015 black Chevrolet Camaro. Houston PD #1093043-21 

Suspect: Black male, 6’1 to 6’2, blue pants, black jacket with hoodie and black shoes.

Vehicle: 2014 to 2015 Chevrolet Camaro. On Sunday, January 6, 2019, an unknown male entered a discount department store, located at the 9500 block of Rowlett, in Houston, Texas. The male used a credit card that had just been taken in a robbery by force. The suspect purchased a PlayStation gaming system and several games. 

In the robbery case, the complainant was walking at the 2400 block of Capitol, when a vehicle pulled up beside him, at which time an unknown male exited the vehicle and approached him. The male then threatened to harm the complainant and then went through his pockets and removed all of his belongings. The suspect then got back into the vehicle and fled the scene. Houston PD #22976-19 

The suspect in the robbery was described as a black male, plaid shirt and dark hair.  On Friday, August 20, 2021 at 10:17 am, the complainant was working inside his jewelry store, located at the 2900 block of Main, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that he observed a light colored Chevrolet pickup drive up on the side of his business and noticed two males exit the vehicle while wearing masks and at least one of them was armed with a handgun. The storeowner retrieved his handgun and as the males entered the store, he exchanged gunfire with the suspect armed with the gun. The suspects then retreated and ran out of the store. One of the suspects got back into the truck while the second suspect ran across the street and got into a blue Dodge Charger. The complainant noticed that the truck had stopped in front of his store after the incident and as he opened the front door, in fear that the suspects was going to shoot at him again, he fired another round towards the truck. The suspects then quickly fled the scene. It is unknown if the suspect was hit by the complainants gunfire. Houston PD #1123684-21 

Note: The suspect’s gun fell to the ground during the second exchange of gunfire (outside) and was recovered by responding officers. The gun was listed as stolen in 2020 in a burglary case. 

Suspect: Black male, early 20’s. Suspect #2: Unknown.

Suspect #1 vehicle: Light colored Chevrolet/GMC four-door truck

Suspect #2 vehicle: Blue Dodge Charger.
On Friday, August 13, 2021 at around 6:00 pm, the complainant pulled into her apartment complex-parking garage at the 2300 block of Bagby, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that she exited her vehicle and noticed two males walking around suspiciously in the parking garage. The complainant stated that she then walked to her apartment and as she was opening her door, the males walked up behind her. One of the males then pulled out a handgun and demanded her car keys and cell phone. The suspects then ran to the complainant’s vehicle and fled the scene. Houston PD #1092771-21 

Sherriff’s Deputy’s with Rusk County (Texas) located the complainant’s vehicle the next day committing a traffic violation. Deputy’s attempted to stop the vehicle, at which time, the suspect led officers on a high speed chase. The suspect then wrecked the complainant’s vehicle and a fifteen-year-old juvenile male (the shirtless male in the video) was taken into custody. 

Detectives with the Houston Police Robbery Division are currently seeking the identity of the male wearing the white shirt with red and black pants. On Monday, April 12, 2021 at 5:42 pm, the complainant was walking on a sidewalk at the 2200 block of Main, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that she was approached by two unknown males, at which time one of the males (walking behind her) forcibly grabbed her purse, which was being worn with a cross strap across her chest. The victim’s purse strap then broke, resulting in the victim feeling pain. The suspects then took off running in an unknown direction. Houston PD #484924-21 

Note: The suspects were captured on camera just moments prior to the incident. The actual robbery occurred outside of the camera view. 

Suspect description: Black male, 5’11 to 6’00, blue shirt and blue jeans.

Suspect #2: Black male, red shirt, red cap and black pants.On Saturday, January 23, 2020 at around 2:07 am, an unknown male entered a convenience store, located at the 2200 block of Louisiana, in Houston, Texas. The male purchased a bottle water and as he walked out of the store, he grabbed a bag of chips with paying for them. The clerk then walked outside of the store and confronted the suspect about taking the chips. The suspect then displayed a handgun at his waistband and then got into a gray colored sedan and fled the scene. Houston PD #104348-21

 
The suspect is described as a Hispanic or Middle Eastern male, 5’5 
On Wednesday, January 20, 2021 near midnight, the complainant had just arrived home at the 8000 block of Memorial, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that he had parked his vehicle inside of his garage and as he was getting out of the vehicle, three unknown males, all armed with handguns with laser pointers, suddenly approached him. Two of the suspects dragged the complainant towards the front door to the house while the third suspect continued to point his gun at him. The complainant began to yell for help, at which time the suspects started to kick and punch him while demanding that he close the garage door. The suspects removed the complainant’s jewelry and then took off running in an unknown direction. Houston PD #88818-21 

Suspect description: #1: Black male, 20 to 25 years old, 6 to 6’3. Suspect #2: Black male, 20 to 25 years old, 6’ to 6’3. Suspect #3: Black male, 20 to 25 years old, 5’6 to 5’10.
On Thursday, October 29, 2020 at around 1:30 pm, an unknown male entered a storage facility, located at the 1400 block of West Gray, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that the male inquired about a storage unit and then walked out of the building. A few minutes later, the male returned and while inquiring about the unit once more, another male entered the building while armed with a handgun, pointed it at her, and demanded money. Both males then forced the complainant to the back office, tied her up and searched the room for money and her purse. Both suspects then fled the location together on foot. Houston PD #1436566-20 

Suspect description: Hispanic male, 40 to 45 years old, 5’8 to 5’9, 160 to 170 pounds, medium complexion, light blue shirt, blue jeans and baseball cap. Suspect #2: Hispanic male, 40 to 45 years old, 5’8 to 5’9, 180 to 180 pounds, medium complexion, black baseball cap, red shirt, black sports coat, gray shoes and armed with handgun. On Thursday, September 3, 2020 at 3:11 pm, three unknown females entered the Sunglass Hut, located at the 2000 block of W. Gray, in Houston, Texas. One of the females remained near the door while the other two females walked up to the display cases and started to remove sunglasses. An employee immediately recognized the females as being the same suspects who stole from their store just two days prior. The employee confronted one of the females (wearing yellow shirt) and asked them to leave the store. The suspect then punched the employee in the face several times, grabbed several sunglasses from the display case, and then ran out of the store. Houston PD #1168404-20 

Suspect #1: Black female, heavy build, yellow shirt and black and white pants. Suspect #2: Black female, heavy build, gray Nike shirt and gray pants. Suspect #3: Black female, black shirt and black pants.On Thursday, August 6, 2020 at 8:52 pm, two unknown males entered the Walgreens, located at 1919 W. Gray, in Houston, Texas. One of the suspects jumped the counter while pointing a handgun at the employee and demanded the money from the cash register. The other suspect walked to the pharmacy and robbed the employees by forcing them to open the safe. The suspects then fled in an unknown direction. HPD case #1035716-20

 Suspect descriptions: Suspect #1: Black male, 5’10 to 6’1, 120 to 170 pounds, black hoodie, white pants and white shoes. Suspect #2: Black male, 5’5 to 5’9, 125 to 160 pounds, multicolored hoodie, white pants, gray shoes. On Sunday, September 6, 2020 at around 10:30 am, the complainant was shopping at the Marshall’s, located at 1450 West Gray, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that an unknown female walked up to her and started to talk to her while asking her advice on several clothing items. The complainant stated that the unknown female got uncomfortably close to her on a few occasions, but did not think anything of it.  The complainant stated that she remained in the store for a while longer and received a text stating that her credit card was used for a large purchase at the Walmart, located at 111 Yale (1.6 miles away). The complainant then realized that her wallet had been removed from her purse from the unknown female, who had left immediately after their conversation. Houston PD #1181990-20 

Note: Surveillance cameras at the Walmart captured the suspect purchasing a television for $712.29. 

Suspect description: Black females, 40 to 45 years old, 5’6 to 5’8, white shirt, and black shorts and wore sandals. 

On Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at 11:00 pm, three unknown males, armed with weapons and wearing masks in an attempt to conceal their identities, entered the Smoke and Vape Store, located at 3016 Canal Street, in Houston, Texas. One of the suspects escorted the employee to the back office and forced him to the ground. All of the suspects then took their time in the store and began to fill their bags with a variety of items throughout the store. The suspect also removed the money from the cash drawers. The suspects then fled the location in an unknown direction. Houston PD #400867-20

Suspect descriptions: Black male, 18 to 25 years old, 6’0, 170 to 180 pounds, gray hoodie and blue jeans. Wore surgical blue and white mask.
Suspect #2: Black male, 18 to 25 years old, 6’2, 170 to 180 pounds, black hoodie and white pants. Wore surgical blue and white mask.
Suspect #3: Black male, 18 to 25 years old, 5’8, dark blue hoodie, black shorts and red shoes. Wore surgical blue and white mask.
On Friday, February 21, 2020 at 3:38 am, the complainant had just parked her vehicle across the street from her residence at the 1700 block of Dart Street, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that she exited her vehicle and began walking across the street when an unknown male suddenly approached her. The male immediately wrapped his arm around her neck while applying a sharp object (possibly a knife) against her throat. The complaint was then forced to the ground as the suspect grabbed her purse and cell phone. The suspect ran west on Dart Street as she lost sight of him. Houston PD #243844-20

Suspect description: Unknown race male, 5’4 to 5’6 and gray hoodie.
On Monday, January 28, 2019, the victim had listed his iPhone for sale on his Snap Chat account and was contacted by a male named ‘Ace,’ who stated that he wanted to buy the phone. The complainant met with ‘Ace” and two other unknown males at the Harris Community college campus located at Labranch and Holman. The males gave the complainant a ride to his apartment complex located at 200 block of West Gray. The complainant then went to his apartment while the males waited for him to get the phone. When the complainant returned, two of the suspects pointed handguns at him and demanded his property. The complainant complied and the suspects then fled the location in a light blue Toyota Corolla. HPD case #120262-19

Detectives have exhausted all leads in this case and the identity of the males is still unknown.

Suspect descriptions: #1: Black male, early 20’s, thin build, went by ‘Ace.’
#2: Black male, early 20’s, black coat and blue pants.
#3: Black male, early 20’s, thin build.
On Wednesday, April 10, 2019 at 5:18 pm, the complainant was withdrawing money from an ATM inside a Chevron, located at 3500 Elgin St., in Houston, Texas. When the complainant was done, he walked out of the store and began walking along Elgin. The complainant stated that an unknown male approached him from behind and began punching him with a closed fist in the back, face and head. The suspect then picked up a rock and began to strike the complainant with it. The suspect then took the complainants cell phone and fled the scene. Note: the victim stated that he recognized the suspect as the male that was standing next to him while he was at the ATM machine.  HPD case #449210-19

Suspect description: Black male, 35 to 45 years old, 6’00, white shirt with stripes.
On Monday, December 24, 2018 at 9:15 pm, an unknown white male entered the Upscale Cleaners, located at 2450 Louisiana, in Houston, Texas. The male was holding a suit in one hand while holding a handgun in his right hand. The suspect pointed the weapon at the employee and demanded the money from the cash register. The employee complied with the suspect and opened the register, at which time the suspect removed the money from the drawer. The suspect then placed his gun on the counter and began looking for more money in the cash drawer. The male then forced the employee to the bathroom in the back of the business and fled the location in an unknown direction. HPD case #1616883-18

The same male then returned to the Upscale Cleaners on January 15, 2019 at 11:33 am and committed a second robbery. The male walked into the business and pulled out a handgun. The complainant stated that the suspect recognized her from the last robbery and he told her "you already know what this is, so open the cash register." The complainant complied with the suspect and opened the register. Once the suspect had the money, he escorted the employee to the bathroom in the back of the business and fled the location. HPD case #91814-19

Suspect description: White male, 45 to 50 years old, 5’5 to 5’7, dark coat, black hoodie and black pants.
On Saturday, January 5, 2019 at 8:50 pm, the complainant was sitting inside his vehicle about to head home from work at 3201 Graustark, in Houston, Texas.
The complainant stated that a male with a dark colored hoodie approached her driver’s side window and tapped on it with a black pistol. The male pointed the gun at her and demanded that she get out of the vehicle. A second male then opened the passenger door and got into the passenger seat. The complainant then jumped out of the driver’s seat as the first male then got into the vehicle and sped off. HPD case #21296-19

Two days later, officers located the victim’s vehicle at 2300 Francis Street. A witness approached officers and informed them that on they had seen a male attempting to put air in the tire at the Gulf gas station at 3305 Emancipation Street. Video surveillance captured the suspect from the gas station.

Suspect description: Suspect #1: Black male, 25 to 30 years old
Suspect #2: Black male, 25 to 30 years old
running trail robbery Elgin
On Saturday, December 22, 2018 at 4:20 pm, the complainant was running along a trail at the 1700 block of Elgin, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that as he was running, he approached two unknown black males, who intentionally blocked his path on the trail. One of the males hit the complainant with a closed fist while demanding money from him. While this was happening, a second suspect was filming the incident with his phone. The complainant informed the males that he was calling the police, at which time the suspects began to walk away. The victim took pictures of the suspects with his phone as they walked away. HPD case #1610071-18

Suspect description: Suspect #1:  Black male, late teens, 5’7 to 5’8, 140 pounds, small build, black hair, medium complexion, white tank top and black pants.
Suspect #2:  Black male, late teens, 5’6, 140 pounds, black hair, medium complexion, red shirt and black pants.

On Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at 2:05 pm, the complainant, who was working as a parking lot attendant between lot B and C at Minute Made Park, located at the 2000 block of Preston, in Houston, Texas. The complainant was approached by an unknown black male on a bicycle, who pointed a handgun at her and demanded her money. The complainant first resisted and told the suspect no, at which time the suspect stated that it wasn’t worth losing her life over money. The complainant, in fear of being shot by the suspect, then complied and handed over the cash. Witnesses heard a second male refer to the suspect as “Rice” or something similar right after the robbery had occurred. The suspect also crashed his bike and left it at the scene and then ran towards Navigation and Canal Street. HPD case #1100400-18

Note: The Houston Astros employee off-duty police officers at and around the park during games, resulting in the arrival of several officers within minutes of the robbery, but the suspects were able to avoid capture. It is believed that the suspects may be homeless and familiar with the area from where the robbery occurred.

 Suspect description: Black male, 30 to 35 years old, 6’00 to 6’02, 150 to 160 pounds, black hair, brown eyes, gold grill on bottom teeth, wore a red burgundy shirt, but removed it and had a black shirt on after the incident. 













 

 

 

 

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