AUSTIN, Texas - Police are asking for the public's help identifying three suspects who robbed a Central Austin 7-Eleven and tackled a store clerk on May 31. The robbery occurred at approximately 2:50 a.m. at the 7-Eleven located at 411 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
According to the Austin Police Department, the three suspects entered the store, stole alcohol, and attempted to leave when a clerk tried to intervene. He was "violently tackled" and suffered significant injuries in the process.
The first suspect is described as a white male, medium build, between 18 and 25 years old, wearing a black t-shirt with the word "Gutwrench," a chain necklace, and a wallet chain in his right pants pocket. The second suspect is a Hispanic male, husky build, between 18 and 25 years old, with a tattoo on his right forearm. The third suspect is described as a white or Hispanic male, thin build, also between 18 and 25 years old.
A reward of up to $1,000 may be available for information leading to an arrest. Anyone with information can contact APD's Robbery Unit at 512-974-5092 or submit tips anonymously through Capital Area Crime Stoppers.
**Background**
The robbery is one of several incidents that have occurred in the Austin area recently. The police department has been working to increase public awareness and encourage community involvement in solving crimes like this one.