On Thursday, July 23, 2015, at about 3:25 AM, Temple Police Department responded to a panic alarm from the Cefco Convenience Store located at 605 N. 3rd Street. Responding officers were advised that a black male suspect entered the store wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, dark long shorts, dark socks, and dark sandals. The suspect was clean shaven, standing approximately 5’10” tall, with a thin build, and appeared to be in his 20’s.
The suspect walked to the register with his hand inside a pocket of the shirt, and demanded money. The suspect did not display a weapon, but claimed to have a knife. The clerk reported seeing what appeared to be the outline of a knife being pushed against the inside of the pocket.
Upon receiving the cash from the register the male suspect fled the scene on foot south from the store.
Detectives are asking if anyone knows who is responsible for this shooting or has information about this about this Robbery, they are asked to contact Bell County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-729-TIPS (local 254-526-TIPS), www.bellcountycrimestoppers.com or text BELLCO along with the tip to 274637. Text HELP to 274637 for help with the tip or text STOP to 274637 to stop the tip. All information is confidential and callers will remain anonymous, if your tip leads to the arrest of the suspect responsible for this crime you could be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 in cash.
Carroll Smith
Bell County Crime Stoppers