APD seeks help to identify robber in attack of woman

AUSTIN (KXAN) - A woman who was walking in the 400 block of North Interstate Highway 35 on Monday morning was attacked by a man who got out of his car, allegedly assaulted her, and took personal property from her, according to police.

Austin Police Department asks for the public's help to identify the man, who is described as:

• Dark-complexioned black male
• Estimated to be in his mid-20s
• 5 feet 10 inches to 6 feet tall
• Medium (thick or muscular) build (strong)
• Corn-rowed hairstyle with sparse/short braids
• Yellowish, jaundiced-looking brown eyes

Police said the suspect's vehicle is an older 1980s or 1990s model "boxy" style compact four-door, possibly a Honda, Nissan or Toyota sedan. It is grey or silver with rust spots visible on the car's body.

A police sketch artist composite drawing of the suspect is attached to this story.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the Robbery Tip line at 512-974-5092 or call Crime Stoppers at 512-472-TIPS or text to "Tip 103" plus your message to CRIMES. Those leaving a tip may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.00 if it leads to an arrest or charges being filed.