Video of theft suspect released

HOUSTON The suspect made the purchases between August 17 and 25 at the Exxon "Bud's Mart" on Dell Dale Avenue. The store owner was subsequently alerted by creditors that the cards used for the purchases were stolen.

The suspect is described as a casually but nicely-dressed Hispanic male approximately 6' to 6'2" tall, weighing about 160-175 pounds, with a lean build and a short haircut. In the brief surveillance tape [Click 'Watch Video' above to see it], he was wearing light-colored slacks and a Polo-style shirt with elbow-length sleeves.

The suspect was driving a red 1999 Fort F-150 pickup truck with Texas plates 28V-VB5.

Anyone with information on the suspect in this case is urged to call Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS (8477). Tips may also be submitted online at www.crime-stoppers.org. All tipsters remain anonymous.

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