Las Vegas, NV – Authorities are actively searching for a suspect following a recent robbery at a business located in the southwest valley. The incident occurred on August 19th around 4:59 a.m., when an unidentified individual entered the establishment on the 8000 block of W. Warm Springs, brandishing a firearm and threatening employees. The suspect proceeded to steal cash before making a swift exit. Fortunately, no injuries were reported during the incident.
Law enforcement officials from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) have provided a detailed description of the suspect. Described as a Black or Hispanic male, approximately 18 to 25 years old, the individual stands between 5 feet 7 inches and 5 feet 10 inches tall, and possesses a medium build. The suspect was last seen wearing a gray beanie hat, a white hooded sweatshirt, gray workout shorts, and white tennis shoes. Concealed beneath the beanie hat were black-framed eyeglasses. Additionally, the suspect was seen driving a black or dark-colored Chevrolet pick-up truck that featured a trailer hitch.
The LVMPD is urging community members who may have any information regarding the suspect or the incident to promptly contact their Commercial Robbery Unit at 702-828-3591. Individuals who wish to remain anonymous can provide information through Crime Stoppers by calling 702-385-5555 or visiting their website. It is important to note that valuable tips leading directly to an arrest or an indictment may be eligible for a cash reward as part of the Crime Stoppers program.
FAQ:
Q: What happened during the robbery?
A: A suspect entered a business, threatened employees with a firearm, stole cash, and then fled the scene.
Q: Was anyone injured during the incident?
A: No, there were no reported injuries.
Q: Can you provide a description of the suspect?
A: The suspect is described as a Black or Hispanic male, aged 18 to 25 years old, with a medium build. He was last seen wearing a gray beanie hat, white hooded sweatshirt, gray workout shorts, and white tennis shoes, and concealed black-framed eyeglasses under the beanie hat.
Q: Do the authorities have any leads on the suspect’s whereabouts?
A: Law enforcement is actively searching for the suspect based on the provided description and urging anyone with information to come forward.
Q: Is there a reward for information leading to an arrest?
A: Yes, valuable tips that directly lead to an arrest or indictment may be eligible for a cash reward through the Crime Stoppers program.