Nike Factory Outlet theft: 4 men arrested, accused of stealing over $1,900 of merchandise

TEXAS CITY, Texas - Four men are accused of stealing over $1,900 in merchandise from a Nike Factory Outlet in Texas City.

Texas City Nike Theft: 4 men arrested in connection to theft

What we know:

Texas City Police said on Tuesday that officers with the department's Crime Suppression Unit were involved in a multi-jurisdictional operation near Tanger Outlet Mall in Texas City. 

While conducting surveillance, officials said they saw several men exiting the Nike Factory Outlet with merchandise in hand, fleeing to a nearby getaway vehicle. 

Officers with the Crime Suppression Unit initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle. 

Following a brief investigation, a substantial amount of stolen merchandise valued at over $1,900 from the Nike Factory Outlet was recovered, along with a quantity of crack cocaine. 

Here's a breakdown of the suspects, the charges they were arrested for:
- Julian Jones: Possession of a controlled substance PG 1/1-B <1G and theft of property >=$750 and <$2,500 (Bond: $10,000 / $7,500)
- Justin Carnell: Theft of Property <$2,500 with two or more previous convictions ($10,000 bond)
- Eddie Oliver: Theft of Property <$2,500 with two or more previous convictions ($10,000 bond)
- Michael Howard: Theft of Property <$2,500 with two or more previous convictions ($10,000 bond)

What we don't know:

If you have any information that could assist the Crime Suppression Unit in addressing quality of life issues in Texas City, contact the Texas City Police Department at (409) 643-5720. 

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can reach out to Mainland Community Crime Stoppers at (409) 945-8477. 

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