February 26, 2026
Austin Police (APD) Detectives Search for a Suspect in Connection to an Auto Theft
Case: 26-0350697
Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Time: 4:53 a.m.
Location: 1803 Rutland Drive – Mr. Detail car wash
The Austin Police (APD) Auto Theft Unit is requesting the public’s help with identifying a suspect in connection to an Auto Theft incident that occurred on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at approximately 4:53 a.m., at the Mr. Detail car wash located at 1803 Rutland Drive.
The suspect entered the car wash on a bicycle and left in a stolen vehicle.
The suspect is described as:
- Hispanic male
- Mustache, long sideburns, and possible goatee
- He was last seen wearing a long Nike t-shirt, sweatpants, a baseball cap, tennis shoes, and a jacket.
If you have any information regarding this incident or the identity of the suspect, please contact the APD Auto Theft Unit at (512) 974-5265 or via email at: ATIP@austintexas.gov.