Employee threatened while trying to stop alleged robbers in Houston-area store: HPD

Wednesday, November 29, 2023
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A Houston-area store employee was threatened when trying to stop two women who robbed the business, according to police.

The incident happened on Oct. 5 at about 2:15 p.m. in the 11000 block of East Freeway in east Houston. Police said one woman went into the clothing store, while a second woman stayed at the door. The woman who walked in grabbed various clothing items from the store and walked away without paying for them.
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Police said the employee tried stopping the women but was threatened as they left in a Volvo SUV.



HPD released the descriptions of the suspects:
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  • Suspect No. 1: Black female, 30's, heavy build, 5 feet 6 inches to 5 feet 7 inches, 170 to 190 pounds, black shirt and blue jeans.
  • Suspect No.2: Black female, 30's, heavy build, yellow shirt and dark colored shorts.


Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online.
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