AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a bank robbery at the Austin Telco Federal Credit Union on Jollyville Road. The incident occurred on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 10:09 a.m., when the suspect entered the bank armed with a firearm and demanded money from employees.
The suspect, described as a male of average build, was last seen wearing a black wig, ski goggles, a black mask, a yellow reflective vest, a black hooded sweatshirt, black pants with reflective stripes on the sides, light-colored gloves, and dark shoes. After obtaining a large amount of cash, the suspect fled the scene, according to a press release from the Austin Police Department.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the APD’s Robbery Unit at 512-974-5092. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting austincrimestoppers.org or calling 512-472-8477. A reward of up to $1,000 may be available for information leading to an arrest.