Video shows robbery suspect rip money bag from hands of man using wheelchair in NE Houston

Thursday, October 5, 2023
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Police are searching for a robbery suspect accused of stealing cash from a man using a wheelchair in northeast Houston.

The aggravated robbery happened around 4 p.m. on Aug. 31 at a convenience store in the 7600 block of N. Wayside Drive. Houston police released surveillance video from the robbery on Thursday in hopes that someone might recognize the suspects.
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HPD said the victim, who is disabled, was in his wheelchair, leaving the store after making a purchase inside.

The victim reportedly had his cash in a bag. While he was near the gas pumps, a man walked up to him and forcibly grabbed the money bag from his hands, the video shows.

Police said the suspect fled the store with two other men.
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HPD described the man accused of taking the victim's money as a Black male wearing a dark blue shirt and black shorts. The two suspects he fled with were also described as Black men. Police said one wore a white shirt and tan pants, while the other wore a black shirt and black pants.



Contact Crime Stoppers of Houston directly if you have any information related to this investigation. Information leading to the charging and/or arrest of any felony suspects may result in a cash payment up to $5,000. Tipsters must contact Crime Stoppers directly to remain anonymous and to be considered for a cash payment by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitting an online tip at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app.
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