Houston detectives are again asking the public for help tracking down a person wanted in an aggravated robbery on May 2 in the 4700 block of W. 34th Street. The Robbery Division says newly released surveillance stills show a person of interest, and Crime Stoppers is putting up a cash reward for tips that lead to an arrest.
According to Houston Police Robbery on X, detectives posted images of the individual and wrote, “Contact @CrimeStopHOU to be eligible for a reward up to $5k.” The post labels the case an aggravated robbery and lists May 2 as the date of the incident.
What Police Have Shared So Far
The Robbery Division circulated a short bulletin along with surveillance stills that place the crime in the 4700 block of W. 34th Street on Saturday, May 2. Investigators did not release a name in the public notice and are asking anyone who recognizes the person in the images to contact detectives, according to Houston Police Robbery.
How To Send In a Tip
People who want to stay anonymous are urged to contact Crime Stoppers of Houston directly. The organization says it may pay up to $5,000 for information that leads to the charging and/or arrest of felony suspects. Tips can be submitted by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477) or online via Crime Stoppers of Houston.
The Charge Detectives Are Working
Under Texas law, aggravated robbery is a first-degree felony when a robbery involves a deadly weapon, serious bodily injury, or other aggravating circumstances. The offense can carry a potential sentence of five to 99 years or life in prison. The elements and penalty range appear in Texas Penal Code §29.03, available at Justia.
Neighbors Urged To Check Their Cameras
Detectives are asking nearby residents and businesses to review any surveillance or doorbell-camera footage from the May 2 timeframe for anything that might help identify the suspect, according to Houston Police Robbery. Anyone with relevant video or eyewitness information can contact Crime Stoppers or reach the HPD Robbery Division at 713-308-0700, as listed in the city police directory at Houston Police.
Investigators say even short clips or small details can move a case forward, and they are urging anyone with potential leads to use official channels so detectives can follow up. The department stresses that people who go through Crime Stoppers directly may remain anonymous and could qualify for the advertised reward.
