APD Detectives Search for a Suspect in Connection to Multiple Indecent Assault Cases

Case: 26-2581208

Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Time: 5:40 p.m.  

Location: 5425 N. IH 35 Svrd NB (Dollar Tree)  
 
The Austin Police (APD) Sex Crimes Unit detectives are requesting the public’s assistance with identifying a suspect connected to at least two cases of Indecent Assault that occurred at two separate Dollar Tree locations.
 
The first incident occurred on July 10, 2026, and the second occurred on September 15, 2026. In both incidents, the suspect approached the victim and told them there was a spider on them. He offered to remove it himself, then proceeded to reach into their clothing and touch them inappropriately.

Suspect is described as:

• Hispanic male
• 20-30 years old
• Athletic build
• Short, dark hair
• Clean shaven
• He was last seen wearing a black compression shirt and black jogger pants

Anyone with information is asked to contact APD's Sexual Crimes Unit at (512)-974-8512. You may submit your tip anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting www.austincrimestoppers.org or calling 512-472-8477. A reward of up to $1,000 may be available for any information that leads to an arrest.