El Paso Police and Crime Stoppers are searching for three men connected to a robbery at Kenworthy Tobacco and Vape store, which occurred in the early hours of Wednesday. The call came in at 1:28 a.m., as reported by KVIA when suspects armed with knives and a gun stormed the Northeast El Paso establishment.
Surveillance footage revealed all three suspects wearing hoodies, facemasks, and gloves. They coerced an employee into surrendering his items, after which, they subsequently destroyed his cell phone. The armed men filled a blue laundry bag with approximately $15,000 worth of disposable vape devices and took an undisclosed sum of money from the register, before fleeing the scene, as detailed by KFOX-TV.
The robbery has been highlighted as the "Crime of the Week" by Crime Stoppers, signaling the gravity of the incident. The lack of immediate leads has prompted law enforcement to turn to the community for assistance in identifying the suspects. The third suspect stood out by having a handgun visible in his waistband as he collected merchandise.
This week, Crime Stoppers and local authorities are asking for anyone with information related to the robbery or the suspects to come forward. The incident marks a serious violation of the safety and peace of a local business, with a stark reminder of the potential dangers convenience store workers face. Tips can be submitted anonymously and may provide the breakthrough needed to apprehend the individuals responsible for this crime, as described by KTSM.
