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Video shows man robbed at gunpoint as he's pumping gas in southeast Houston

It happened on January 17. Police said the suspect got away with the victim's wallet and then took off.

HOUSTON — A man was pumping gas in southeast Houston when video captured someone approach and rob him at gunpoint.

It happened on Jan. 17 at around 9 p.m. at gas pumps outside a convenience store on Reveille near the 610 East Loop. The man said as he was standing next to his vehicle when someone in a ski mask approached him and pointed a gun at him, demanding money.

Police said the suspect got away with the man’s wallet and then took off. Video released by Houston police showed the victim fall to the ground and while he was there, the suspect appeared to kick him.

Below is verbatim from the Houston Police Department's robbery division if you know anything about this case.

"Please contact Crime Stoppers of Houston DIRECTLY if you have any information related to this investigation. Information leading to the charging and/or arrest of any felony suspects may result in a cash payment up to $5,000. Tipsters MUST contact Crime Stoppers DIRECTLY to remain anonymous and to be considered for a cash payment by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitting an online tip at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app.."

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