Teen Arrested After Robbing Man at Gunpoint During Shoe Sale in North Harris County
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — A 19-year-old man was arrested after deputies say he robbed a man at gunpoint during what was supposed to be a shoe purchase in north Harris County.
According to Constable Mark Herman’s Office, deputies responded Sunday, June 28, to the 300 block of Airtex Drive following a report of an aggravated robbery.
The victim told deputies he was attempting to purchase a pair of shoes when he was confronted by an unknown man armed with a handgun, who stole approximately $400 in cash before fleeing.
Deputies immediately began searching the area and quickly located the suspect, identified as 19-year-old Avantae Pollard.
During the investigation, deputies also recovered the firearm allegedly used in the robbery.
“The swift actions of our deputies resulted in the quick apprehension of this violent offender and the recovery of the weapon used during the crime,” Constable Mark Herman said in a statement. “Violent criminals have no place in our community, and my office will continue working tirelessly to keep our neighborhoods safe.”
Pollard was arrested and booked into the Harris County Jail on a charge of aggravated robbery.
His bond was set at $50,000 by the 178th District Court.
