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Houston police seek suspect in reported armed shoplifting
Summary by The Bellaire Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Mike Akin , as published by KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local
· September 6, 2026
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Key points Those with information about the suspect can contact Crime Stoppers directly for a possible cash reward of up to $5,000, and may remain anonymous. The incident occurred on July 22 at around 3:15 p.
A security guard was confronted by a man who allegedly threatened to use a gun after being caught concealing items. The suspect had been trying to leave a store without paying for the merchandise. The incident occurred on July 22 at around 3:15 p.m.
and the suspect is still at large. Those with information about the suspect can contact Crime Stoppers directly for a possible cash reward of up to $5,000, and may remain anonymous.
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Category: safety ·
Published: September 6, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local ·
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