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Do you know him? Teen allegedly steals purse in SW Houston after ride from good Samaritan

A teenager allegedly stole a woman's purse in southwest Houston after she gave him a ride, according to the Houston Police Department. (Copyright 2024 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.)

A good deed goes wrong as a robbery unfolds in broad daylight in southwest Houston.

The Houston Police Department is seeking help identifying a teen suspect allegedly involved in a purse-snatching incident that occurred on the morning of February 6, outside a convenience store.

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What happened?

Police say a woman was pumping gas on the 4900 block of W. Orem Drive around 9:20 a.m., when a young man approached her, asking for a ride to a nearby location. The woman agreed, and the teen got in her vehicle. However, when they reached the 13800 block of W. Orem Drive, the teen thanked her, then grabbed her purse and ran.

Suspect description

The suspect is believed to be in his early to mid-teens. He was last seen wearing a white jacket and khaki pants.

How to report information

Please contact Crime Stoppers of Houston DIRECTLY if you have any information related to this investigation. Information leading to the charging and/or arrest of any felony suspects may result in a cash payment up to $5,000. Tipsters MUST contact Crime Stoppers DIRECTLY to remain anonymous and to be considered for a cash payment by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitting an online tip at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app.


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