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May 8, 2026

Austin Police Seek Public Assistance in Identifying Suspect in Fraudulent Bank Account Attempt

City of Austin

For Immediate Release

Release Date:

May 8, 2026

Contact:

Public Information Office
512-974-5017

Case: 26-9010848

Date: April 22 and April 23, 2026

Time: 9:50 a.m.

Location: 4800 Grover Ave. (Texas Health Credit Union)

Austin Police is asking for the public's help in identifying a male suspect who attempted to open a bank account and secure a line of credit using fraudulent documents, including a fictitious ID, at Texas Health Credit Union located at 4800 Grover Avenue. This incident occurred over two separate days.

During the suspect's attempts, vigilant staff members became suspicious of his activities. In the last attempt, as the suspect exited the bank, a Travis County Deputy Constable was present outside, prompting the suspect to flee the scene.

Detectives are currently investigating how the suspect obtained the victim's personal identifying information.

The suspect is described as:

Picture of suspect
  • Black male
  • In his early 30s
  • Medium build
  • Tall
  • Goatee
  • Black shoulder-length braided hair, with a receding hairline

Anyone with any information may submit a 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.