APD Conducts Coordinated Shoplifting Blitz Operations Across North Austin

Earlier this week, the Austin Police (APD) North Metro Tactical Unit, in collaboration with the South Metro Tactical Unit, District Representatives, Patrol Officers, and multiple retail partners, conducted a series of coordinated shoplifting blitz operations at locations throughout North Austin. These proactive enforcement efforts were aimed at reducing organized retail theft, enhancing public safety, and supporting area businesses.

Between November 23–25, 2025, officers made multiple arrests, issued citations, and recovered a total of $12,900.85 of stolen merchandise across the Canyon Ridge, Lakeline, and Domain shopping areas. Enforcement actions included the following:

APD Case #25-3270627
Miguel Rivera-Duff, 25, was issued a citation for Theft (Class B Misdemeanor) at the H-E-B located at 500 Canyon Ridge Dr. This incident was a cite and release, so there is not an associated booking photo.

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Officers responded to an uncooperative shoplifter at the Walmart at 12900 N. IH-35. Gonzalo Alvarado, 29, was found in possession of a stolen firearm and was arrested for Theft and Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon by a Felon (2nd Degree Felony).

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Officers responded to a theft in progress at the H-E-B at 500 Canyon Ridge Dr. Loss Prevention detained Etta Kelly, 50, who had concealed unpaid merchandise and threatened employees with a taser. She was arrested for Robbery by Threat (2nd Degree Felony).

APD Case #25-3270874

Everette Richardson, 67, was arrested for Theft by Shoplifting with Two Prior Convictions (State Jail Felony) at the Walmart located at 12900 N. IH-35.

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At Lowe’s, 13201 N. FM 620, officers arrested Matthew Bradshaw, 40, and Desiree Villegas, 48, for Theft (Class B Misdemeanor).

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At Walmart, 12301 N. FM 620, officers arrested Roger Bragg, 47, for Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon (Class A Misdemeanor) and Possession of a Controlled Substance (2nd Degree Felony). Brandy Oglesby, 35, was also charged with Theft (Class C Misdemeanor) and Possession of a Controlled Substance (State Jail Felony).

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Kiandra Nieto, 27, was arrested for Theft (Class B Misdemeanor) at Kohl’s, 11111 Lakeline Blvd.

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Donte Lastrapes, 29, was arrested for Theft (Class B Misdemeanor) at Kohl’s, 11111 Lakeline Blvd.

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In the Domain shopping area, Robert Moorehead, 45, was arrested on an outstanding warrant for Possession of a Controlled Substance (2nd Degree Felony).

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At H-E-B, 12407 N Mopac Expy, John Lopez, 42, was arrested for Fraud – Possessing Identifying Information (3rd Degree Felony) and Theft (Class C Misdemeanor).

These targeted operations demonstrate APD’s continued commitment to supporting local businesses, reducing theft-related crime, and improving safety in high-traffic shopping corridors.

APD will continue working with retail partners to identify repeat offenders, deter criminal activity, and ensure a safe shopping environment for residents and visitors.