Case:  24-1490593

Date:  Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Time:  11:05 a.m.

Location:  3851 Airport Boulevard – Family Dollar

The Austin Police Department Robbery Unit is requesting the public’s help with identifying a suspect involved in a robbery that occurred at the Family Dollar store located at 3851 Airport Boulevard. The incident happened on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at approximately 11:05 a.m.
 
The suspect, whose description and photos are included in this release, entered the store and tried to steal a barcode scanner and beverage. The suspect was confronted by an employee, who was assaulted during their attempts to prevent the theft.

The suspect is described as:

• White male
• 35 to 45 years of age
• Approximately 5’5” to 5’7” tall
• Thin build
• Light facial hair

The suspect was last seen wearing:

• Purple t-shirt
• Tan or khaki shorts
• Black and white Nike shoes
• Brown leather messenger bag

Anyone with any information should contact APD's Robbery unit at 512-974-5092. You may submit your tip anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting austincrimestoppers.org or calling 512-472-8477. A reward of up to $1,000 may be available for any information that leads to an arrest.