A shoplifting incident at a Houston shoe store escalated into aggravated robbery last month, prompting the Houston Police Department's Robbery Division to seek assistance from the public. The suspect, having concealed merchandise, threatened a store employee with a knife after being confronted for not paying.
The episode unfolded on August 14, when the yet-to-be-identified suspect entered the store located on the 11000 block of East Freeway. Surveillance footage shows the man placing items into a bag and then attempting to leave the premises. According to a statement obtained from the Houston Police Department's Robbery Division, it was when he was stopped by an employee that he pulled out a knife to quickly make his exit.
Crime Stoppers of Houston has issued a call for tips and is offering a cash payment of up to $5,000 for information that could lead to charging and/or the arrest of the suspect involved in this felony. The suspect is described as a Hispanic male, estimated to be between 35 to 40 years old, with a shaved head, last seen wearing a white shirt and black shorts.
Individuals who have information about this case are urged to contact Crime Stoppers. To be considered for the reward and to remain anonymous, tipsters must contact the organization directly by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477) or by submitting information online at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app.
