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Pearland police identify suspect in aggravated robbery of 79-year-old man outside Walgreens
By Ninfa Saavedra, Cathy Hernandez at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 1, 2026
· 2 min read
The Pearland Police Department says it has identified the suspect accused of assaulting and robbing a 79-year-old man outside a Walgreens earlier this month.Police announced Tuesday that the suspect has been identified as a juvenile. Officers are continuing their investigation and are working to ...
Key takeaway The robbery happened on June 19 at the Walgreens in the 11600 block of Shadow Creek Parkway in Pearland.
Why this matters in The Pearland
The identification of a juvenile suspect in the aggravated robbery of a 79-year-old man outside a Pearland Walgreens raises concerns about the involvement of minors in violent crimes in the area. The fact that two other individuals, Donte Belle and Demondtra Moore, both from Houston, were also arrested in connection with the robbery, suggests a potential link to broader crime networks in the Houston area. As the Pearland Police Department's investigation continues, residents should remain vigilant about their personal safety, particularly when using ATMs or carrying large amounts of cash. The case also highlights the importance of community engagement, as the swift identification of the suspect was facilitated by tips from the public. With the police department's Criminal Investigations Division still working to apprehend the juvenile suspect, residents can expect ongoing efforts to address and prevent similar crimes in Pearland.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The Pearland Police Department says it has identified the suspect accused of assaulting and robbing a 79-year-old man outside a Walgreens earlier this month.Police announced Tuesday that the suspect has been identified as a juvenile. Officers are continuing their investigation and are working to ...
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