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February 23, 2026

Austin Police (APD) Detectives Seek Community Assistance in Auto Theft Investigation

City of Austin

For Immediate Release

Release Date:

February 23, 2026

Contact:

Austin Police Public Information Office
512-974-5017

Case: 26-420635 

Date: February 11, 2026 

Location: 1600 Wickersham Lane 

The Austin Police Auto Theft Detectives are requesting the community's assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a recent auto theft incident.

On February 11, 2026, Austin Police (APD) officers responded to a report from a victim regarding the theft of their vehicle from 1600 Wickersham Lane. The victim reported that they last saw their vehicle parked at this location on the night before, February 10, 2026.

The suspect is described as:   

auto theft suspect

 

  • White or Hispanic male
  • Approximately 5'10" tall
  • Large complexion
  • Goatee
  • Bald
  • Heavily tattooed on legs and arms

If you have any information regarding this incident or the identity of the suspect, please contact the APD Auto Theft Unit at (512) 974-5265 or via email at: ATIP@austintexas.gov.