Crime PublicSafety: Robbery of Elderly Woman at Cryptocurrency Kiosk in Houston
Incident Overview
Crime PublicSafety is at stake as an 80-year-old woman was robbed while trying to use a cryptocurrency kiosk for her Bitcoin transaction. The incident transpired near 5:00 p.m. at a convenience store located in the 2100 block of Fannin.
Details of the Crime
- Two suspects approached the victim from behind.
- One suspect snatched the cash-filled envelope.
- Both suspects escaped in a black vehicle.
Prior to this incident, the woman had been targeted by a phone scam that misled her into loading cash into a Bitcoin kiosk. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers of Houston.
Suspect Descriptions
- Suspect one: Black male, aged 30-40, wearing dark-colored t-shirt and red shorts.
- Suspect two: Wearing a white shirt, gray Nike shorts, and blue and white shoes.
If you have any details regarding this robbery, please reach out to Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS (8477) to remain anonymous.
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