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Austin Police Seek Tips in Hilton Aggravated Assault, Offer Up to $1,000 Reward

Detectives ask for tips to identify a man seen leaving East 5th Street after the September 28 attack.

Overview

  • The assault occurred on September 28 at 2:22 a.m. at the Hilton at 411 East 5th Street following earlier verbal and physical disturbances.
  • APD reports the suspect ran toward the victim, pulled a handgun from his waistband, punched the victim, and fled, and no shots were fired.
  • Officials say the victim had minor injuries and was not transported to a hospital while police were on scene.
  • Investigators describe the suspect as a Black man wearing a black durag, a blue Bathing Ape varsity-style jacket with white sleeves, light-colored pants, and black and yellow shoes.
  • He was last seen walking east on East 5th Street from Neches Street, and tips can be submitted to APD at 512-974-5245 or anonymously via austincrimestoppers.org or 512-472-8477 for a possible reward up to $1,000.