Police Seek Suspects In North Austin Jewelry Store Heist

AUSTIN, TX — Police are seeking help from the public in identifying two armed suspects wanted in connection to a jewelry store robbery that occurred late last year.

The incident occurred on Sunday, Oct. 13, just before 6:30 p.m. at the Iris Jewelry store, 9414 Parkfield Dr. Police said two armed male suspects entered the store before taking an undisclosed amount of jewelry and then fleeing in a gray Jeep Patriot.

The first suspect is described as a Hispanic man standing at about five feet, nine inches in height who is estimated to be in his 20s. He sports a goatee, and has a slim build. He was seen wearing a black hat with white letters, black hoodie, black pants and white shoes while carrying a duffel bag. Police noted the suspect has a skeleton tattoo on his right hand and “214” on his left hand.

The second suspect also is described as a Hispanic man, estimated to be in his 30s. He had a heavy goatee during the robbery, and wore a black hat, grey hoodie, blue jeans, and black shoes.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the APD Robbery Hotline at 512-974-5092. People may also contact Crime Stoppers at 512-472-TIPS or use the new Crime Stoppers App. You can also submit tips by downloading APD’s mobile app, Austin PD, for free on iPhone and Android.

Police released surveillance camera footage of the robbery to enhance the chances of somebody recognizing the suspects: