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Yellow-Bag Bandit Sought In East Denver Robbery

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Published on February 25, 2026
Yellow-Bag Bandit Sought In East Denver RobberySource: Denver Police Department

A masked man carrying a bright yellow reusable bag is at the center of an aggravated robbery investigation in east Denver, and police want the public’s help figuring out who he is.

Denver police released surveillance images on Wednesday of a suspect they say was involved in an aggravated robbery just before 9:50 p.m. last Tuesday in the 2200 block of North Oneida Street. The case is being investigated under number 26-92606, and detectives are asking anyone who recognizes the man to contact authorities.

In a post on its official account, the department shared several photos and a short description of the suspect, describing him as a slim male, about 5-foot-6, with a medium complexion. He was seen wearing thick eyeglasses, a purple mask, a light-colored jacket and carrying a yellow reusable bag, according to the Denver Police Dept. The post notes that the aggravated robbery was reported at about 9:47 p.m. last Tuesday, and confirms detectives are working the case under number 26-92606.

If that description or the bag rings a bell, investigators want to hear from you.

Metro Denver Crime Stoppers is also taking tips in the case. The group says callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000 if their information leads to an arrest. The tip line, 720-913-STOP (7867), is staffed around the clock, and additional reporting options are listed on the organization’s website, per Metro Denver Crime Stoppers.

What police released

The images shared by the department clearly show the suspect’s face, the thick eyeglasses and the distinctive yellow reusable bag he was carrying. Police have not identified a suspect by name in the post and have not announced any arrests. Investigators say the case remains active and they are looking for any video, witness statements or other information that might help move the investigation forward.

How to report tips

Anyone with information about the suspect or the robbery is asked to call Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-STOP (7867) or submit a tip online through the group’s portal. Tips can be anonymous and may qualify for a reward of up to $2,000, according to Metro Denver Crime Stoppers. If you have immediate information about a crime in progress, call 911.