AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin Police Department’s Auto Theft Unit is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a vehicle theft that occurred on October 7, 2025.
The incident took place at 4 p.m. in the 11100 block of N. IH-35 SVRD NB, where the victim left their vehicle running at a Valero gas station. The suspect, described as a Black male between 30-40 years of age with a heavy build and short black hair, approached the vehicle, checked for occupants, and drove off, according to a press release from the department. The vehicle was recovered on October 9, 2025.
The suspect was last seen wearing a white shirt, tan shorts, and black slider shoes. Anyone with information is urged to contact the APD’s Auto Theft Unit at ATIP@austintexas.gov. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program at austincrimestoppers.org or by calling 512-472-8477. A reward of up to $1,000 may be available for information leading to an arrest.