Houston police are asking the public to help track down a suspect in an aggravated robbery that took place on Feb. 16 in the 8200 block of Southwest Freeway, in southwest Houston. Detectives in the Houston Police Department’s Robbery Division say the case is still very much active as they comb through surveillance video and follow up on leads. Crime Stoppers has been notified and could offer a cash reward if a tip leads to charges.
What HPD posted
On March 9, the HPD Robbery account issued a wanted notice on X that read, “WANTED: Robbery Detectives are seeking the identity of the suspect wanted in an aggravated robbery at the 8200 block of Southwest Fwy.” According to Houston Police Robbery on X, anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers, and the post links to additional details about the case.
How to tip
Crime Stoppers of Houston says tipsters can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $5,000. Tips can be submitted by calling 713‑222‑TIPS (8477), through the group’s website, or via its mobile app, according to Crime Stoppers of Houston. The Houston Police Robbery Division also asks that anyone seeking a reward contact Crime Stoppers directly and lists its own division line at 713‑308‑0700 for follow up information.
Where this happened
The 8200 block of Southwest Freeway sits in the Sharpstown and Westchase corridor of southwest Houston, an area packed with businesses, motels and medical facilities. Local map and listing pages place 8200 SW Fwy near Memorial Hermann Southwest and the Gessner and Westpark intersection, per Hotels.com.
Legal context
According to Justia, Texas Penal Code Section 29.03 defines aggravated robbery as a first degree felony when a robbery involves a deadly weapon, causes serious bodily injury, or targets an elderly or disabled victim. Convictions carry stiff prison terms and fines, which is why investigators treat aggravated robbery cases as high priority.
Anyone with information about the Southwest Freeway aggravated robbery is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 713‑222‑TIPS (8477), submit an anonymous tip online or through the app, or reach the HPD Robbery Division directly at 713‑308‑0700. The investigation remains active as detectives continue to review surveillance footage and pursue additional leads.
