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Yahoo
3 days ago
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2 people injured, multiple vehicles damaged from thrown frozen water bottles: police
The Brief 2 people injured, multiple vehicles damaged in incidents of criminal mischief Leander police say juveniles threw frozen water bottles from trucks Other incidents were also reported in Georgetown, other parts of Williamson County LEANDER, Texas - Two people were injured and multiple vehicles were damaged after several juveniles reportedly threw frozen water bottles from vehicles in Leander. What we know Leander police say the incidents happened on May 29 and May 30, from 9-11 p.m. on both nights. Several juveniles were reportedly throwing frozen water bottles from multiple different vehicles in different areas of Leander. Bottles were thrown from the sunroof of a white 2014 Dodge Durango near San Gabriel Parkway and County Road 270 in Leander, and from the truck beds of a lifted two-tone white-and-gray pickup and a dark-colored pickup with a chrome brush guard along North Bagdad Road. Police say several other incidents were also reported in Georgetown and other parts of Williamson County. Some of the bottles that were recovered were purchased from a Circle K. The incident caused damage to many windshields, headlights, and mirrors. Two people also suffered injuries to the face. What you can do Anyone with any information that might lead to the identification of those responsible is asked to contact Det. Hubbs at 512-528-2805 or by email at khubbs@ The Source Information in this report comes from the Leander Police Department.
Yahoo
3 days ago
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People injured after ‘juveniles' threw frozen water bottles at moving vehicles, per Leander Police
LEANDER, Texas (KXAN) – The Leander Police Department said it needed help identifying 'juveniles' who threw frozen water bottles at moving vehicles, leading to injuries. On the nights of May 29 and May 30, Leander Police said several 'juveniles' reportedly threw frozen water bottles from a white 2014 Dodge Durango near San Gabriel Parkway and CR 270 and from the truck beds of a two pickup trucks, one white and the other a dark color, along North Bagdad Road. 'This incident caused damage to numerous windshields, headlights, and mirrors,' LPD said in a Facebook post. 'Two victims suffered injuries to their faces because of the incident,' the post continued. The police department said it heard of similar reports in Georgetown and 'other parts of Williamson County.' LPD said anyone with information on this should contact Detective Hubbs at 512-528-2805 or khubbs@ Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-04-2025
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Attempted child abductions reported in Hutto, Round Rock, and Leander
The Brief Hutto and Round Rock police are investigating a report of an attempted child abduction In Hutto, the child was able to give police a detailed description and a sketch of the suspect was drawn up There have been other reported child abductions in Leander and Round Rock HUTTO, Texas - Hutto and Round Rock police are investigating a report of an attempted child abduction. This is not the first attempted child abduction reported in the Central Texas area. Within the past few months, child abductions were reported in Leander and Round Rock. Parents are encouraged to have conversations with their children about safety precautions, and to be aware of their surroundings. What we know According to Hutto police, the attempted child abduction happened recently. Two men, driving a white Ford Transit-style van, approached a child in the Riverwalk subdivision. One of the men attempted to grab the child through the open side door of the van. The child was able to provide the police with a description of one of the men. Hutto police are now asking for help identifying the suspect. He is described as a Hispanic man with a tan complexion, tattoos covering both arms, multiple piercings — including an eyebrow piercing — three gold teeth and dark-colored hair with streaks of white or blonde. Detectives are coordinating with neighboring police departments to see if there are possible links between similar cases. This investigation is ongoing. Why you should care Parents are encouraged to have conversations with their children about safety precautions, and to be aware of their surroundings. If you have information about this incident or recognize the subject from the sketch, please contact the Hutto Police Department at 512-846-2200 or email HuttoCrimeTips@ Other reporting tools open to the public include the Tip411 anonymous text-a-tip system, which allows the public to report information confidentially. The backstory Round Rock police said on April 8, around 4:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of a man attempting to lure children into a van near the 1700 block of E. Mesa Park Drive. The children told officers they were walking in the area when a vehicle with two suspects wearing masks pulled up beside them. They said one suspect exited the vehicle, grabbed a child by the arm, and offered candy. One child quickly intervened, allowing the children to escape and run to safety. The two suspects then fled the scene. Officers are actively investigating the incident. No arrests have been made at this time. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Bernie Villegas at 512-671-2709 or email bvillegas@ The backstory The incident happened on April 2, at the Lakeline Apartments at 3000 N. Lakeline Boulevard, involving a four-year-old child. "Very, very uncommon," said Lt. Mike Mohler with the Leander Police Department earlier this month. "In the 25 years that I've been with Leander, almost 25 years that I've been with Leander, it's the first." The child is safe and was not injured, and no weapons were involved. RELATED: Check your cameras: Cedar Park, Leander police looking for attempted kidnapping suspect Leander police released a description of the suspect: White male Approximately 5'9" Thin build Short dark curly hair Last seen wearing a black long-sleeved T-shirt and light-colored shorts; no shoes Lt. Mohler said they were not able to locate the suspect via drones or K9s, so he's turning to the public for help identifying him. The suspect fled the scene on foot southbound from the apartment complex and is still at large. The backstory Round Rock police said on March 13, around 5 p.m., officers responded to the 1500 block of W. Mesa Park Dr. after a man approached a teen and attempted to force her inside his car. The girl was able to get away when a neighbor helped. RELATED: Man arrested, charged for attempted abduction of teen girl in Round Rock Police later found the suspect, 30-year-old Joel Maske. Maske was booked into the Williamson County Jail and faces charges of attempted aggravated kidnapping. The investigation is ongoing. The Source Information from the Hutto Police Department, the Round Rock Police Department, and previous coverage
Yahoo
11-04-2025
- Yahoo
Check your cameras: Cedar Park, Leander police looking for attempted kidnapping suspect
The Brief Residents in the Carriage Hill subdivision are being asked to check their cameras for footage of an attempted kidnapping suspect. Police are asking residents to check camera footage from April 1 and April 2, specifically in the area near and around Hawk Drive. Leander police say a man attempted to kidnap a four-year-old child from the Lakeline Apartments on April 2. CEDAR PARK, Texas - Police are still looking for a suspect in an attempted kidnapping from earlier this month and are asking residents in the area to check their cameras. What we know Cedar Park police are asking residents in the Carriage Hills subdivision to check their security camera footage from April 1 and April 2 for any sightings of a man suspected in an attempted kidnapping. Police are focusing specifically on the area near and around Hawk Drive. Cedar Park police say that a resident reported seeing someone matching the suspect's description around 11 p.m. on April 1, roaming the neighborhood. The backstory The incident happened on April 2, at the Lakeline Apartments at 3000 N. Lakeline Boulevard, involving a four-year-old child. "Very, very uncommon," said Lt. Mike Mohler with the Leander Police Department earlier this month. "In the 25 years that I've been with Leander, almost 25 years that I've been with Leander, it's the first." The child is safe and was not injured, and no weapons were involved. What we know Leander police have released a description of the suspect: White male Approximately 5'9" Thin build Short dark curly hair Last seen wearing a black long-sleeved T-shirt and light-colored shorts; no shoes Lt. Mohler said they were not able to locate the suspect via drones or K9s, so he's turning to the public for help identifying him. The suspect fled the scene on foot southbound from the apartment complex and is still at large. What you can do Anyone with any information that might help identify the suspect or with any footage to share is urged to call Sgt. Aaron George at 512-528-2839 or email them at ageorge@ Leander police are also advising the public to: Stay Alert: Always be aware of your surroundings, especially in unfamiliar areas. Travel in Groups: There's safety in numbers—avoid walking alone at night or in secluded places. Trust Your Instincts: If a situation feels off, remove yourself as quickly as possible. Share Your Whereabouts: Let a friend or family member know where you're going and when to expect you back. Avoid Distractions: Limit phone use while walking so you can stay aware of people around you. Residents can report any suspicious behavior to the police immediately at 512-528-2800. The Source Information in this report comes from Facebook posts from Cedar Park and Leander police and previous reporting by FOX 7 Austin.
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Yahoo
Leander PD working ‘possible attempted child abduction', suspect at large
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Leander Police Department said it was working a 'possible attempted child abduction' Wednesday. The suspect is still at large, a post from the police department said. The incident happened at 3000 N. Lakeline Blvd. at an apartment complex, the police department said in a post. There may be police presence in the area. Police are looking for a white male, roughly 5'9″, thin build, short curly hair or bald. Police say he was described as wearing light colored shorts, a black shirt and no shoes. The man reportedly fled on foot from the apartment complex heading southbound. Police say that suspect is still at large as of their post this morning. 'No weapons were involved. The 4-year old child is safe and was not injured during this incident. Police are still actively looking for this suspect and we have a large police presence in the area, including drones and K-9. We are working closely with Leander ISD to ensure the safety of all students and staff in the area,' the police department posted. The Leander Police Department is asking you to call 512-528-2800 if you see someone matching the description of the suspect. You are asked not to approach or confront the suspect. This is a developing story. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
