The Austin Police Department is on the hunt for a suspect linked to a robbery that went down last month at a Dollar General in East Austin. The incident occurred in broad daylight, precisely at 1:27 p.m. on February 7, according to the Austin Police Department.
In an attempt to really bring the perpetrator to justice, APD's Robbery Unit is reaching out to the public for any leads. They've circulated a description of the man they're after – a black male in his 30s or 40s, standing over 6 feet tall with a thin build. He's got short, buzzed black hair and a distinct mustache/goatee combo. Last seen, he was sporting a basic white t-shirt, dark sweatpants, and some white and black tennis shoes, as per the Austin Police Department.
It's been reported that the suspect wasn't about to go down without a fight. He supposedly assaulted a store employee who had the guts to confront his shoplifting, as reported by the Austin Police Department. The Austin PD has provided photos of the suspect, hoping someone out there can put a name to the face.
People who've got anything to offer – even the smallest detail – are being encouraged to step forward. They can touch base directly with the Robbery unit at 512-974-5092. For those who'd like to keep it on the down low, there's a way to submit tips anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program. Just hop on over to their website or ring them up at 512-472-8477. As an added bonus, there might be a reward of up to $1,000 for info that can help to securely nail down an arrest.
