On Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at around 10:00 PM, the complainant stated that she was visiting Houston from out of state, became turned around with her directions, and stopped at a stop sight at the 4200 block of Botany Lane, in Houston, Texas. The complainant stated that she was suddenly approached by an unknown male, who opened her passenger door while pointing a handgun at her. The suspect entered the complainant’s vehicle while continuing to point the gun at her and told her to drive. The complainant stated that she cooperated with the suspect and informed him that she needed to get gas since she was almost on empty. The suspect allowed the complainant to pull into a gas station at the 2600 block of Reed Road.
The complainant stated that the suspect then followed her into the convenience store while concealing his handgun. The complainant walked up to the counter and quietly informed the store clerk that the suspect had a gun and that she needed help. The suspect became suspicious that the complainant was seeking help and told her to come back to the vehicle. When the complainant refused to cooperate, the suspect ran back to her vehicle and drove away. Houston PD #822878-25
The complainant’s 2014 white Kia four-door sedan was recovered, unoccupied, the next day on Highway 6 in Brazos, County, Texas.
Suspect description: Black male, late 20’s, 5’7 to 5’8, 150 to 175 pounds, short hair, dark complexion, black shirt, khaki pants and white shoes.
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