APD looking for man involved in five aggravated robberies of East Austin businesses

AUSTIN, Texas - The Austin Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying a man they say is involved in numerous aggravated robberies in East Austin.

APD says the man used a handgun to rob five convenience stores in late November.

(Austin Police Department)

The suspect robbed the Diamond Food Mart on Manor Road on Nov. 18, the Wells Grocery on Rosewood Avenue on Nov. 21 and on Nov. 24, RBM Food Mart on Manor Road on Nov. 26, and the Shopper's Stop on Cedar Avenue on Nov. 22.

(Austin Police Department)

The suspect is described as an approximately 30-year-old black man between 5'7" and 5'10" and between 180-200 lbs. He was last seen wearing a dark hoodie and unique athletic shoes.

(Austin Police Department)

Anyone with information about this suspect is asked to call the APD Robbery Tip Line at 512-974-5092 Crime Stoppers at 512-472-TIPS or use the Crime Stoppers App. Tips can also be submitted through the free Austin PD app, available on iPhone and Android.

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