Houston Gun Shop Warns Customers of Rising Follow-Home Robberies

A Houston-area gun shop is urging customers to remain alert after a recent rise in follow-home robberies targeting people who have just purchased firearms. The warning underscores growing safety concerns in Houston as criminals attempt to track shoppers leaving stores and steal newly bought weapons.

Store representatives told ABC13 they have seen several recent incidents where customers were approached at home, in parking lots, or along their route after leaving the shop. The reports follow broader regional concerns about similar crimes across the metro area.

Why the Warning Matters

Follow-home crimes are not new in Houston, but thefts involving firearms raise the stakes. Criminals who succeed not only steal valuable equipment but also introduce unregistered weapons into illegal circulation. Local business owners say this pattern makes situational awareness especially important for anyone purchasing a firearm.

Customers are being advised to take specific precautions: vary travel routes, watch for suspicious behavior in parking lots, secure firearms immediately upon arriving home, and avoid displaying branded shopping bags or boxes in public areas.

Law enforcement agencies have also encouraged residents to report vehicles that appear to be following them or lingering near shops known to sell high-value items such as guns, jewelry, or electronics. Increased cooperation between stores and customers may help reduce incidents, according to store managers interviewed by ABC13.

What’s Next

The gun shop plans to continue sharing safety guidance as needed and is working closely with customers to ensure they understand how to reduce risk. For Houston residents, staying informed about these trends can play a critical role in preventing thefts and potential violence.

This article is a summary of reporting by ABC13 Houston. Read the full story here.