West 130th Street and West Avenue turned into a crime scene on July 1, and now the Cleveland Division of Police First District wants neighbors and drivers to help them find a suspect they say is tied to an aggravated robbery and kidnapping. Detectives have circulated still images from the case and are urging anyone with video from the area or first-hand information to come forward so they can keep the investigation moving.
Police release images, offer reward
According to Cleveland 19, the incident happened July 1 near W. 130th Street and West Avenue. Cuyahoga County Crime Stoppers is putting up to $5,000 on the table for information that leads to an arrest and indictment, and tips can be submitted anonymously by calling 216-252-7463.
Detectives are asking anyone who recognizes the person in the released photos to contact Detective McCarthy (#1009) directly at 216-623-5118 or by email at [email protected]. Police say they are particularly interested in hearing from residents and motorists who may have surveillance or dashcam footage from around the time of the crime.
Detectives' outreach and past practice
Putting out still images and asking the public to help connect the dots is standard operating procedure for the First District. The department has used the same detective contact line in past robbery and kidnapping investigations, posting surveillance shots and phone numbers so residents know exactly where to send tips. Archived notices from Cleveland Police and regional coverage, including Cleveland Cops Hunt Dollar Tree Heist, show the same playbook in action.
How to pass along tips
Investigators are clear on one point: do not try to play hero. Anyone who thinks they recognize the person in the photos is urged to call it in and let officers handle the rest.
As Cleveland 19 notes, Crime Stoppers is offering up to $5,000 for tips that lead to an arrest and indictment, with anonymous calls accepted at 216-252-7463. Tipsters can also reach Detective McCarthy at 216-623-5118 or by email at [email protected].
