Las Vegas police are asking for the public’s help to track down a man they say robbed a business at gunpoint on Feb. 17 near the 2000 block of East Desert Inn Road at Eastern. According to investigators, the suspect pulled a deadly weapon during the holdup and took off before officers could get to the scene.
FOX5 reports the robbery unfolded just after 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 17. Metro described the suspect as a Hispanic man in his 30s with a moustache and goatee, about 5 feet 7 inches tall and roughly 150 pounds. He was last seen wearing a dark beanie, dark sweatshirt and sweatpants, and red shoes.
What police say they need
Detectives say tips, photos or any surveillance footage could be key to identifying the suspect. Anyone with information is asked to call Metro's Commercial Robbery Section at 702-828-3591. To stay anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers of Nevada at 702-385-5555, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
If you were in the area
Residents and businesses nearby are urged to check doorbell cameras, security systems and dash-cam footage from the evening of Feb. 17 for anyone matching the description. Police warn the public not to approach the man if they spot him. Instead, call 911 immediately, then follow up with Metro's Commercial Robbery detectives with any additional tips.
