Police Seek South Austin Gas Robbery Suspect

SOUTH AUSTIN, TX — Police are seeking help from the public identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a gas station robbery in South Austin.

The incident dates to Dec. 7 at an Exxon gas station on 5401 Menchaca Rd. around 11:45 p.m., police wrote in an advisory. The suspect entered the business armed with a black semi-automatic handgun, police said, before demanding money. The suspect then led the scene, law enforcement officials added.

Police released surveillance camera images of the suspect, believed to be between 25-35 years old of thin build and standing between five feet, nine inches and six feet tall. The man was last seen wearing black Adidas shoes with white stripes and black-colored pants, sweatshirt and cap. The suspect has tattoos on his left hand and wore multiple gold rings on the same hand, according to police.

Police noted that a driver remained in the suspect vehicle during the robbery. Surveillance camera images showing the suspect and vehicle were released by police.

Images provided by Austin Police Department.

Those with information about this incident is asked to call the police tip line at (512) 974-5092, Crime Stoppers at (512) 472-TIPS or use the new Crime Stoppers App. Tips also can be submitted by downloading the police department's mobile app, Austin PD, for free on iPhone and Android.