Austin, TX — The Austin Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a man accused of assaulting a security officer at Huston-Tillotson University.
According to APD, the incident happened around 12:30 a.m. August 1 at 900 Chicon Street.
Police said the man was found trespassing on university property. When a security officer attempted to escort him off the property, the suspect allegedly assaulted the officer.
The security officer suffered minor injuries.
SUSPECT DESCRIPTION
• Black male
• Dark T-shirt
• Blue warm-up pants
• Dark slides
• Green socks
APD said the suspect was captured on security camera footage after the assault.
HOW TO HELP
Anyone with information about the suspect’s identity is asked to contact the APD Aggravated Assault Unit.
APD Aggravated Assault Unit: 512-974-5245
Capital Area Crime Stoppers:
512-472-8477
austincrimestoppers.org
Crime Stoppers said a reward of up to $1,000 may be available for information leading to an arrest. Tips submitted through Crime Stoppers may remain anonymous.
Case: 26-2130045
The allegations do not constitute a conviction. Any suspect identified or charged is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.