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The Austin County Sheriffโs Office is actively seeking the publicโs assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a series of identity theft and credit card fraud cases affecting residents in Austin County and surrounding areas.ย
The individual, described as an unknown white male, used stolen personal information on June 2, 2025, to apply for and obtain a credit card at the Bass Pro Shops location in Pearland, Texas. He then used the fraudulent card to make in-store purchases. Investigators believe the same man is connected to another incident in which he secured a Walgreens credit account using someone elseโs identity. He made unauthorized purchases at the Walgreens store located at Westheimer and S. Mason Road.
Law enforcement officials have reason to believe this suspect may be involved in additional identity theft and fraud cases throughout the Austin County area and are urging anyone with information to come forward. If you recognize this individual or have any tips that could lead to his identification, please contact the Austin County Sheriffโs Office Criminal Investigation Division at 979-865-3111.
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Protect Yourself from Identity Theft
Identity theftโespecially through fraudulent credit card accountsโremains one of the most reported financial crimes in the country. According to the Federal Trade Commission, more than 440,000 cases of credit card fraud were documented in 2023 alone.
To help protect your identity:
- Monitor your financial accounts regularly
- Avoid sharing personal information over unsecured platforms
- Report any suspicious account activity or unfamiliar charges immediately
Stay informed. Stay protected.
