A late-night run to a Northeast El Paso Circle K turned frightening on Feb. 8 when a man pulled a gun on a store clerk and walked out with an undisclosed amount of cash, according to authorities. Surveillance images show the suspect in a dark hooded sweatshirt with his face covered. Investigators say no arrests have been made and they are asking anyone who knows anything to step up.
What police and Crime Stoppers released
The robbery happened inside the Circle K at 10567 Rushing, where Crime Stoppers says the suspect pointed a handgun at the clerk, then took off on foot. Officials describe him as a Hispanic man in his mid-20s to early 30s, about 5-foot-8, with a light complexion and an average build. He was last seen walking toward Trojan Drive.
In the surveillance stills, he is wearing a dark hooded jacket, a black mask, navy blue "Aero 1987" running pants, and black Nike Air Force 1 shoes. Those details and the public appeal were shared along with the images, as reported by KTSM.
How to report tips
Crime Stoppers of El Paso is asking anyone with information to call (915) 566-8477 or submit a tip online. Tipsters can remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward if their information leads to an arrest. The group regularly posts a weekly "Crime of the Week" feature with images and case summaries in an effort to put names to faces caught on camera. Visit Crime Stoppers of El Paso for tip submission options and case photos.
A pattern local police have tracked
Armed robberies at convenience stores have surfaced again and again in the area, and local outlets have repeatedly pointed readers to Crime Stoppers whenever new surveillance images go public. KVIA has previously covered similar incidents in Northeast El Paso and noted how community tips helped push investigations forward.
Neighbors with doorbell, dash-cam or business security footage are being urged to comb through recordings from Feb. 8 and share anything that might help investigators. The case remains under investigation by El Paso police. Anyone who recognizes the man in the images or the clothing described is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at (915) 566-8477 or reach out to their local police precinct. Officials emphasize that tips can be submitted anonymously and may come with a reward if they result in an arrest.
