Case: 24-5031851

Date: March 25, 2025

Time: Approximately 8 a.m.

Location: 8500 block of Birmingham Drive

Suspect (Arrested): Albert Garcia, Hispanic male, 38 years of age

In December of 2024, the Austin Police Department (APD) Narcotics Support Unit began an investigation into Albert Garcia, 38 years of age, after information was received that he was distributing cocaine in the Austin area. Research showed Garcia was on supervised federal probation for distribution of cocaine until July of 2026. Detectives were able to obtain surveillance video that showed Garcia meeting with persons known to distribute narcotics in the Austin area, and engaging in suspected narcotics transactions with them. Additionally, Garcia was observed making suspected narcotics transactions with other persons. Investigative efforts yielded probable cause to obtain a search warrant for Garcia’s residence.

On March 25, 2025, at approximately 8 a.m., the search warrant was executed at Garcia’s residence located in the 8500 block of Birmingham Drive. Both Garcia and his girlfriend were detained during the execution of the search warrant. The search yielded $19,294 in cash, 1.2 pounds (548 grams) of fentanyl, and 1.1 pounds (507 grams) of cocaine.

Garcia was arrested on two counts of Manufacture/Delivery of a Controlled Substance >400 grams. He is also being referred to federal prosecution on these new charges.

The APD Narcotics Support Unit is committed to removing dangerous drugs, such as fentanyl and cocaine, off the streets. These controlled substances and the suspects who distribute them will not be tolerated in the City of Austin.

Anyone with any information about suspected narcotics dealersshould contact the Austin Police Department at 512-974-TIPS. You may submit your tip anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting austincrimestoppers.org or by calling 512-472-8477. A reward of up to $1,000 may be available for any information that leads to an arrest.