DPS Seeking Public’s Assistance to Return Stolen Items

November 5, 2021

AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Capitol Region Criminal Investigations Division, in collaboration with Austin Police Department Property Crimes Detectives, recovered several stolen items earlier this week from an organized theft ring operating in the Austin area.

The recovered items include power tools, welding equipment, toolboxes, hand tools, bicycles and several other items. DPS is seeking the public’s help in identifying and returning the stolen items to the rightful owners. If you wish to claim your stolen item, or if you know the identity of the owners, please contact DPS at CLE@dps.texas.gov. Ownership will be verified.

This investigation is ongoing and no additional information is available.

A video of the recovered items is available on the department’s YouTube page.

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