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Houston Police Seek Public Help to Identify Suspect in Daylight Home Invasion Targeting Pregnant Woman

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Published on August 27, 2024
Houston Police Seek Public Help to Identify Suspect in Daylight Home Invasion Targeting Pregnant WomanSource: Houston Police Robbery Division

The Houston Police Department is currently seeking public assistance to identify a suspect involved in a recent aggravated robbery and home invasion that targeted a pregnant woman. The incident, which took place on August 15, in a residence on the 6800 block of Avenue F, was first reported by the Houston Police Robbery Division's official website.

Details provided by the Houston Police reveal that at approximately 4:50 pm, the eight months pregnant complainant was sleeping in her upstairs bedroom when her dogs barking downstairs alarmed her; she was subsequently threatened at knifepoint by an unidentified male who demanded her cooperation and began searching the room for valuables. The victim attempted to flee but was caught in a chokehold and dragged through the living room, ultimately managing to escape and seek help while the assailant fled on foot.

According to the official report, the suspect has been described as a Hispanic male, roughly aged 45 to 50, between 5'5" and 5'7" in height, weighing about 140 to 150 pounds, and noted for having a long gray goatee with curls. The Houston Police Department, in their ongoing investigation under case number Houston PD #1163659-24, is encouraging anyone with information to step forward with the promise of anonymity and a potential cash reward of up to $5,000 for tips leading to the charging and/or arrest of any felony suspects.

Crime Stoppers of Houston has become a vital outlet for individuals to share information anonymously, knowing they can contribute without direct involvement in the legal process, they can be contacted by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitting an online tip at their website, or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app for those preferring digital communication.