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Contact: APD Public Information Office 512-974-5017 Email
Case: 22-3231059
Date: Saturday, November 19, 2022
Time: 5:41 p.m.
Location: 3600 S IH 35 SVRD SB -- Home Depot
The Austin Police Department’s Robbery unit is asking for the community’s help in identifying a man suspected of a robbery. The crime happened around 5:41 p.m., on Saturday, November 19, 2022, at a Home Depot located at 3600 S IH 35 SVRD SB. As soon as the suspect entered the business, he was recognized by a staff member as a frequent shoplifter. During a confrontation with a staff member, the suspect made threats and indicated he had a gun. The suspect then left Home Depot with stolen items.
Photo of suspect:
The suspect is described as:
- Hispanic male
- Possibly mid 50’s or early 60’s age range
- Approximately 5’3” tall
- Average build
- Last seen wearing green jacket, t-shirt with yellow emblem, dark baseball cap, jeans
Anyone with information about this incident should call the APD Robbery tip line at (512) 974-5092. You may submit your tip anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting austincrimestoppers.org or by calling 512-472-8477. A reward of up to $1,000 may be available for any information that leads to an arrest.