Robberies Suspect Captured on Surviellance Video NR17245ml

Los Angeles: The Los Angeles
Police Department’s Olympic Area Detectives are seeking the
public’s help on identifying armed robberies suspects whose images
were caught on surveillance video.

On August 13, 2017 between the hours of 1:30 a.m. and 2:30 a.m.,
two separate armed robberies occurred in the 900 block of Saint
Andrews Place and 1200 block of Manhattan Place in Olympic
Division.

The suspects approach lone victims on the street. One of the
suspects produces a handgun and demands property from the
victims.

On one of the robberies, the victim’s stolen credit card was used
at a gas station shortly after the robbery.

Surveillance video from the gas station
captured the suspects and the suspect’s SUV.

Suspect #1 is described as a male Hispanic, 20-25 years old,
standing approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighing about 150
lbs. He was last seen wearing a red t-shirt, black pants and black
shoes.

Suspect #2 is described as a male Hispanic, 17-20 years old,
standing approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighing about 160
lbs. He was last seen wearing a light color Polo shirt, beige pants
and black shoes.

Suspect #3 is described as a male Hispanic, 20-25 years old,
standing approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighing about 160
lbs. He was last seen wearing a black t-shirt, beige pants and
black shoes.

The suspect’s vehicle is a gray newer model Audi Q5 4D with paper
plates.

Below are preventative insights one should consider while walking
on the streets.

Be aware of your surroundings, especially in isolated areas.
Familiarize yourself with street names or landmarks in case an
emergency occurs. Be cognizant of strangers standing around or
behind you.

Avoid travelling alone on the street. Suspects generally
target lone victims.

Avoid possessing large amount of money.

Limit the use of electronics that would distract your
attention from potential dangers. If using a cellular phone, look
up occasionally to reacquaint your surroundings.

Exercise discretion wearing high-valued jewelry or using
expensive cellular phones. Consider using hands-free earphones
allowing you to keep your cellular phone concealed while in use.

If a crime occurs to you or others, be a good witness.
Observe as much detail as possible of the suspect without
intervening. Your life is more valuable than property.

Report the crime as soon as possible by calling 911. Delayed
reporting can significantly reduce the possibility of
apprehending the suspect.

Anyone with information or can identify the suspect is urged
to contact Olympic Area Robbery Detectives at (213) 382-9391.
During non-business hours or on the weekends, calls should be
directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to
remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS
(800-222-8477). Tipsters may also contact Crime Stoppers by texting
to phone number 274637 (C-R-I-M-E-S on most keypads) with a cell
phone. All text messages should begin with the letters “LAPD.”
Tipsters may also go to www.lapdonline.org, and click on “Anonymous
Web Tips” and follow the prompts. Tipsters may remain anonymous.
Please contact Lieutenant II Karen Gutierrez, Serial No. 27499 or
Detective III Ron Kim, Serial No. 30175 at (213) 382-9460.