Police search for man accused of biting part of victim's ear off at downtown Houston business

Wednesday, October 5, 2022

Police search for man accused of biting part of victim's ear off

In addition to biting a portion of an ear off, police said the wanted suspect struck the victim in the face from behind and tackled them.

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Police hope the public can help them identify a man accused of biting a portion of someone's ear off in downtown Houston.

The wanted suspect is charged with aggravated assault - serious bodily injury.

Houston police said the incident happened on Sunday, Aug. 14, at a business in the 400 block of Main Street. The department just released a photo of the wanted man on Wednesday.

Officials said the suspect approached the victim from behind and struck them in the face.

Then, the suspect reportedly tackled the victim, bit a portion of their ear off, and fled the scene.

The victim sustained major injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital, HPD said.

HPD released a photo of the wanted man, who had a gray beard and was wearing a black shirt and a black backwards hat at the time of the incident.

Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the charging and/or arrest of the suspect in this case. Information may be reported by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitted online at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app. Only tips and calls directly to Crime Stoppers are anonymous and eligible for a cash reward.