Detectives Request Public Help in Identifying Suspect in Elderly Fraud Case

Case: 26-9005608

Date: February 23, 2026

Time: Between 2:30 p.m. (Austin) and 4:00 p.m. (West Lake Hills)

Locations: 2425 Exposition Blvd (Austin) and 5656 Bee Caves Rd. (West Lake Hills)

Austin Police (APD) Detectives are asking for the community's help in identifying a female suspect involved in a series of fraudulent bank transactions. The female suspect visited multiple banks, impersonating the victim by using stolen credit cards, bank account information, and a fictitious ID that displayed the victim's details alongside the suspect's photograph.

The suspect successfully withdrew more than $20,000 from several banks, including two locations of Frost Bank. It is believed that the victim's wallet was stolen from her purse while she was shopping.

The suspect is described as:

• White female
• Early 60’s to early 70’s
• 160 lbs.
• Medium-length grey hair
• Wears glasses

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.