Grandfather Punched During Carjacking Attempt at Hobby Airport

Carjacking Incident at Hobby Airport

• 👴 73-year-old Robbie Allen was unconsciously punched while attempting to intervene in a carjacking at Hobby Airport.
• 🚨 The incident occurred around 3 AM as Allen and others were dropping off eighth graders for a trip to Washington D.C.
• 🗣️ Allen heard screams of "They're trying to steal my car" before witnessing the struggle.

Intervention and Assault

• 🚗 Allen attempted to intervene when he saw the vehicle's owner scuffling with the suspect, later identified as 28-year-old Tristan Griffin.
• 💥 Griffin allegedly punched Allen when he reached into the car, knocking him unconscious.
• 🤕 Photos taken shortly after the assault show injuries to Allen's chin and the back of his head.

Allen's Resolve

• 🤔 When asked if he would intervene again, Allen stated he probably would, emphasizing that he couldn't turn his back on someone in distress.

Suspect Apprehended

• 🚗 The stolen white SUV was later recovered in Jennings, Louisiana, with the owner's wife's purse, credit cards, keys, wallet, and a pistol still inside.
• 📍 Tristan Griffin was arrested nearly 800 miles away in Breamman, Georgia, following a dramatic pursuit in another stolen vehicle.
• ⚖️ Griffin is being held on a $7,500 bond in Georgia and faces multiple charges in various states, including Texas.
• 💬 Allen expressed that Griffin needs help and should be in jail.