The Austin Police Department is reaching out to the public for help in tracking down two suspects linked to a recent 7-Eleven robbery. According to a statement from the APD, the theft took place on December 9 at the convenience store on FM 969 Road, with the suspects making off with stolen items some time between 5:25 and 5:35 p.m. Residents are being urged to come forward with any information they may have.

Investigators have released descriptions along with photos of both individuals believed to have been involved in the crime; the first suspect, a bald black male estimated to be between 40 and 50 years old, approximately 6 feet tall with a thin build and a gray beard, and he was last spotted wearing a white t-shirt, blue jeans, and black tennis shoes, and the second is a black female in the same age range, with short black hair, last seen in a multi-colored top, beige shorts, and tall black boots. In their appeal, the APD has provided specific details in hopes that members of the community might recognize these individuals.

For those with actionable intelligence, the Robbery unit at APD can be contacted directly at 512-974-5092, or anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting their website or calling 512-472-8477. The organization is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for tips leading to an arrest, this incentive stands as a testament to the seriousness with which the department is treating the incident and the value of community input in these investigations.