The Austin Police Department (APD) Robbery Unit is seeking public assistance to identify a suspect involved in an aggravated robbery at a CVS Pharmacy on September 14, 2024. The incident occurred between 6:25 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. at the store located at 1701 East Parmer Lane.
According to APD, the suspect entered the store, threatened an employee, and claimed to have a gun. In response, the victim grabbed a screwdriver from a drawer and stabbed the suspect multiple times in self-defense. Following a brief physical altercation, the suspect fled the scene on foot.
The suspect is described as:
- Hispanic male
- Between 19-25 years of age
- Approximately 5’7” to 5’10” tall
- Weighing between 150-175 lbs.
- Having a moustache
- Hair short on sides, longer and curly on top
He was last seen wearing a red hoodie with a white t-shirt underneath, black jeans, and white shoes.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact APD's Robbery Unit at 512-974-5092. Tips can also be submitted 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 information leading to an arrest.