Fort Worth Police Department Crime of the Week
December 20, 2012: Information needed on CLEAR CHANNEL BILLBOARDS THEFT OF COPPER WIRE
August 27, 2012: Information Needed on METAL THEFTS FROM BUSINESS
American Windows Systems located at 6201 Dowdell Rd, Ft.Worth,TX, had (2) metal thefts occur at their business. First offense was on 07-11/12-2012 between 6:00pm and 8:00am, where unknown suspect turned off the electricity to the business, destroyed the electrical box, and ripped out the copper wiring. Second offense occurred on 07-22/23-2012 between 7:00pm and 8:00am, where unknown suspect stole (50) 400lbs large white metal racks L-shaped used to hold sheets of glass. Photographs from surveillance cameras at the offense location shows (1) suspect vehicle, along with (1) suspect. Suspect was a White Male, 5'6” to 5'7” tall, approx 150 lbs, with Blonde hair in a pony tail, with a Tattoo on his left arm of a "Packman" and a Tribal design with Japanese writing on his forearm. Suspect was last seen wearing a White Tee shirt and driving the suspect vehicle. The suspect vehicle was described as being a newer model (2002) Ford F150, Pickup 2D, Super Cab, White, with Beige stripes on the bottom, with unknown LP#.
FWPD ECIU Officer O.E. Fowler is asking for assistance in identifying the suspect responsible for these crimes. If you might have seen the offenses, the suspect, or the suspect vehicle, please contact at phone number 817-392-4839. To provide an anonymous tip, call 817-469-TIPS (8477), submit a tip here, text "TIP117 plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) or start an anonymous live web chat by clicking "chat" on the Crime Stoppers homepage.
March 19, 2012: Who Killed Edward Abrego?
On November 29, 2010, Edward Abrego was outside of his residence located in the 1200 block of E. Fogg Street. Edward was shot in while on his driveway. FWPD Homicide Unit is asking for assistance in identifying the suspect or suspects in Edward’s death. If you might have seen the offense or the suspect or suspects, please contact Detective J. Cedillo in Homicide at his office number 817 392-4337. To provide an anonymous tip, call 817-469-TIPS (8477), submit a tip here, text "TIP117 plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) or start an anonymous live web chat by clicking "chat" on the Crime Stoppers homepage.
March 19, 2012: Who Killed Ashton Alaman?
On January 9, 2012, the victim, Ashton Alaman, was shot and killed at 5820 Fletcher Avenue. FWPD Homicide Unit is asking for assistance in identifying the suspect or suspects in Ashton’s death. If you might have seen the offense or the suspect/suspects, please contact Detective J. Rhoden in Homicide at his office number 817 392-4336. To provide an anonymous tip, call 817-469-TIPS (8477), submit a tip here, text "TIP117 plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) or start an anonymous live web chat by clicking "chat" on the Crime Stoppers homepage.
March 27, 2011: Information Needed on a CARGO THEFT
Hispanic male picked up load of brass from Gachman Metals in Fort Worth, destined for delivery in Medina, OH on Thursday, 03-24-11. The shipment never made it there. Driver provided company name of Transportation 1st Class LLC, and claimed to be the sole operator of their only truck and trailer (pictured above), which was used to pick up the load. A portion of the black and white signage on the sides of the truck was captured and says “Transportacion” (Spanish spelling). The rest of the sign could not be made out. DOT and MC information obtained gives an address for Transportation 1st Class LLC in Miami, FL. Information is needed for recovering the stolen metal and for identifying the driver and 18-wheeler used. Truck # is 103. Trailer # is possibly “103” or “10” Trailer has shiny aluminum front and rear. Note distinctive features of cab. To provide an anonymous tip, call 817-469-TIPS (8477), submit a tip here, text "TIP117 plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) or start an anonymous live web chat by clicking "chat" on the Crime Stoppers homepage.
December 19, 2010: Information Needed on a HIT & RUN FATALITY ACCIDENT
On 09/04/2010 at approximately 2:20am, Jessen Francis was riding his Green 2007 Kawasaki motorcycle Southbound on 6000 E Loop 820 South. Jessen lost control of his motorcycle, drifted onto the right shoulder of the roadway, then steered back into the right lane of traffic where a Witness observed that he struck the back of an unidentified vehicle (1). Jessen was thrown from his motorcyle into the lanes of traffic, and was then struck by another unidentified vehicle (2). The Witness called for emergency personnel and police assistance. Both Suspect Vehicle (1) and Vehicle (2) fled the scene prior to the arrival of emergency service personnel. Jessen was pronounced dead at the scene. FWPD Traffic Investigation Unit and Crime Stoppers are asking for assistance in identifying either of the two suspect vehicles and their occupants. If you might have seen the accident or know the suspects, please contact Detective J.A. Jenson in TIU at his office number: 817-392-4883. To provide an anonymous tip, call 817-469-TIPS (8477), submit a tip here, text "TIP117 plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) or start an anonymous live web chat by clicking "chat" on the Crime Stoppers homepage.
November 28, 2010: Who Killed Justin Austin?
The victim, Justin Austin, on October 28th, 2010 was shot at his apartment located at 2909 Briery Street, Village Creek Townhomes by an unknown suspect. FWPD Homicide Unit is asking for assistance in identifying the suspect or suspects in Austin’s death. If you might have seen the offense or the
suspect/suspects, please contact Detective M. Barron in Homicide at his office number 817 392-4339. To provide an anonymous tip, call 817-469-TIPS (8477), submit a tip here, text "TIP117 plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) or start an anonymous live web chat by clicking "chat" on the Crime Stoppers homepage.
October 31, 2010: Information Needed on a WEST DIVISION SHOOTING
3-4 black males in a white Oldsmobile Bravada with large chrome wheels was involved in a shooting on Friday 10/22/10 at Silhouette Cabaret located at 8128 Camp Bowie West BLVD. At approximately 0200 hrs there was fight between the victim and 3-4 black males that ended with one of the males shooting the victim in the parking lot. The black males then got into the white Bravada and left Silhouettes east bound on Camp Bowie West. Any information regarding the suspects or the white Bravada is needed to solve this case. If anyone has information, please contact Fort Worth Police Department WCIU Detective Raymond Bush at 817-392-4725. To provide an anonymous tip, call 817-469-TIPS (8477), submit a tip here, text "TIP117 plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) or start an anonymous live web chat by clicking "chat" on the Crime Stoppers homepage.
October 10, 2010
On Friday October 1st, 2010 at approximately 3am, someone set fire to (2) vehicles on the 1800 block of Bunch Dr. The first vehicle was a Tan 2004 Toyota Camry 4 door, and the second vehicle was a Light Blue 1992 Toyota Camry 4 door. FWPD East Division NPO Officer S. Valle #3127 is asking for assistance in identifying the suspect or suspects responsible for this crime. If you might have seen the offense or the suspect/suspects, please contact NPO Officer D.I. Cleveland at phone number 817-992-0179. To provide an anonymous tip, call 817-469-TIPS (8477), submit a tip here, text "TIP117 plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) or start an anonymous live web chat by clicking "chat" on the Crime Stoppers homepage.
October 3, 2010: Information Needed on an AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ASSAULT
On Saturday, October 2, 2010, at approximately 12:05 a.m., the victim was leaving a business in the 4700 block of River Oaks Blvd when she was approached by a black male suspect who forced her into her van at gunpoint. Once inside the van, the victim was assaulted, sexually assaulted, and robbed. The suspect then fled from the scene on foot. The suspect is described as a black male, 20-30 years of age, 6’00” – 6’02”, very thin build, bald, clean shaven, wearing a dark colored t-shirt, striped shorts and black shoes. The crime was captured on video and the Fort Worth Police Department is requesting that anyone who recognizes this suspect contact us with information on his identity. If anyone has information, please contact Det. Felicia Cleveland, Fort Worth Police Department Sex Crimes Unit, at 817-392-4350 or 817-392-4354. To provide an anonymous tip, call 817-469-TIPS (8477), submit a tip here, text "TIP117 plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) or start an anonymous live web chat by clicking "chat" on the Crime Stoppers homepage.
August 1, 2010: Information Needed on EVADING / FLEEING ARREST DETENTION
On Thursday, July 8th, 2010 at approximately 1340 hours, Tarrant County Deputies became engaged in a pursuit of two fleeing motorcyclists from Mansfield. Both were driving racing street motorcycles. They traveled Northbound on 287 into Arlington, then one Motorcyclist headed Eastbound on I20 and the other Westbound on I20 into Fort Worth. The Deputy followed the motorcycle which went into Fort Worth. They headed Northbound on Loop 820 and then Eastbound on East Frwy. A Fort Worth Police Officer became engaged in the pursuit and subsequently wrecked into a tree after skidding off the roadway. FWPD Major Case Unit is asking for assistance in identifying either of the two motorcyclists. To provide an anonymous tip, call 817-469-TIPS (8477), submit a tip here, text "TIP117 plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) or start an anonymous live web chat by clicking "chat" on the Crime Stoppers homepage.
August 1, 2010: Who killed Christopher Johnson?
The victim, Christopher Johnson, a.k.a. “Monster”, on June 15, 2010 was shot by an unknown black male as he was sitting in the breezeway at Las Jardines apartments at Tierney and Meadowbrook. The suspect was described as being 6’ to 6’2” with a medium/muscular build. FWPD Homicide Unit is asking for assistance in identifying the suspect or suspects in Johnson’s death. To provide an anonymous tip, call 817-469-TIPS (8477), submit a tip here, text "TIP117 plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) or start an anonymous live web chat by clicking "chat" on the Crime Stoppers homepage.
August 1, 2010: Information Needed - Missing Person Roland Morris Jr|
Roland Morris Jr, (Rollie), white male, 51 years old is 6’00” tall approximately 150 pounds with balding black hair and brown eyes. Morris has no front teeth, top and bottom. Morris was last seen at his home in east Fort Worth on April 24, 2010. In the past Morris always rode a bike but is currently on foot. Family fears foul play may be involved. FWPD Missing Persons Unit is asking for any information you may have in Morris’s disappearance or whereabouts. To provide an anonymous tip, call 817-469-TIPS (8477), submit a tip here, text "TIP117 plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) or start an anonymous live web chat by clicking "chat" on the Crime Stoppers homepage.
May 9, 2010: Information Needed – Fort Worth Equipment Theft and Forney Bank ATM Machine Theft:
The above truck, trailer, and JCB Loadall machine were stolen from Whiz-Q Stone in Fort Worth 11:00 p.m. Monday night (05-10-10) and used to steal an ATM machine from City Bank in Forney at about 01:00 a.m. Tuesday morning (05-11-10). The trailer and Loadall were abandoned near the bank. The truck (with the ATM hidden in its bed) was returned to Fort Worth and abandoned in the 5000 block of Kaltenbrun Rd sometime during Tuesday night to Wednesday morning. The ATM had been broken into. To provide an anonymous tip, call 817-469-TIPS (8477), submit a tip here, text "TIP117 plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) or start an anonymous live web chat by clicking "chat" on the Crime Stoppers homepage.
March 7, 2010: Who killed Jimmy Martinez?
Jimmy Martinez was found Friday February 26th deceased in his car at 3104 N. Hampton at approximately 2:30pm in the afternoon. Autopsy revealed that Martinez had been beaten causing internal injuries resulting in his death. The last time he was seen alive was approximately 11:30pm Thursday evening. FWPD Homicide Unit is asking for assistance in identifying the suspect or suspects in Martinez’s death. If you might have seen the offense or the suspect/suspects, please contact Detective S. Waters in Homicide at her office number 817-392-4334. To provide an anonymous tip, call 817-469-TIPS (8477), submit a tip here, text "TIP117 plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) or start an anonymous live web chat by clicking "chat" on the Crime Stoppers homepage.
February 28, 2010: Who Killed Larry Casteel?
Larry was last seen at the Goodwill facility located at 4500 Campus Dr on July 16, 2009 but he had checked out of the facility by 11: 20 A.M. His body was discovered Sept. 9, 2009 in a wooded area behind the Ben E. Keith facilities located at 600 block of E 7th Street. When he was found, none of Larry’s personal papers or cell phone has been located. FWPD Homicide Unit is asking for assistance in identifying the suspect in Larry’s death. Anyone at local shelters or other types of homeless camps who might have seen the offense or who Larry was with should contact the Crime Stoppers Tip Line or the Homicide Unit at 817-392-4335. To provide an anonymous tip, call 817-469-TIPS (8477), submit a tip here, text "TIP117 plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) or start an anonymous live web chat by clicking "chat" on the Crime Stoppers homepage.
January 10, 2010: Who killed Frank Olivarez?
Assistance is needed in solving who killed Frank Olivarez. Olivarez was shot and killed outside the Ace Cash Express located at 3204 N Main Street on 12-24-09 at eleven P.M. A witness saw the victim talking to persons in the vehicle described below before he was shot and killed. The victim frequented area bars/lounges in the north division area. Suspect vehicle: silver 4-door sedan, possibly a Honda with custom wheels, unusually loud exhaust system, possibly missing the front passenger window. Suspect weapon: 9mm caliber weapon. Suspect: HM, 22 – 30 years of age, 5’6”, 150 lbs with a faint mustache, may have acne or similar scars on face. Suspect possibly has a “fresh scar above his left eye”. Anyone in that area during the time of the incident or who may know who the suspect is should contact Det. Drake or Det. Barron in the Homicide Unit. Contact numbers are office 817-392-4339 or cell phone 817-944-7409. To provide an anonymous tip, call 817-469-TIPS (8477), submit a tip here, text "TIP117 plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) or start an anonymous live web chat by clicking "chat" on the Crime Stoppers homepage.
January 10, 2010
Who killed Francisco Ramirez?
Francisco was sitting in his vehicle at the Supermercado Monterrey located at 1300 Lee Avenue on 12-20-09 at 8:40 A.M. The suspect entered Francisco’s vehicle and fatally shot him and then fled. FWPD Homicide Unit is asking for assistance in identifying the suspect in Ramirez’s death. Anyone in the area of the store on 12-20-09 between 7:30 – 9:00 A.M. who might have seen the offense or the suspect should contact Det. Boetcher in Homicide at his office number 817-392-4342. To provide an anonymous tip, call 817-469-TIPS (8477), submit a tip here, text "TIP117 plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) or start an anonymous live web chat by clicking "chat" on the Crime Stoppers homepage.
January 10, 2010
Alfredo Radia Ambriz has a warrant for his arrest, (TCSO- Aggravated Assault Deadly Weapon), but he is a viable suspect in an unrelated FWPD Homicide Case of Francisco Ramirez. Francisco was shot and killed while he sat in his vehicle at the Supermercado Monterrey at 1300 Lee Aveon 12-20-09. Ambriz is wanted for questioning in this murder. Ambriz may be headed for Mexico and should be considered armed and dangerous. The vehicle he may be driving is a White ’98 Ford Expedition – license plate number BK3706. Description of Ambriz is below:
AMBRIZ,ALFREDO RADIA
HM, 1-12-59, 5’9”, 180 lbs
LKA – 407 NW 16th St, FW
AKA’s – Jose Torres Lima,
Rigoberto Loma Torres,
Alfredo Ambriz Radia,
Javier Flores Lapuente,
Joe DeLo Bargas,
David Delmar Pineda,
Fabian Perezrocca,
Roberto Pena Rodriguez
Alias DOB’s – 12-11-62, 11-12-59,
11-12-61, 7-11-63, 1-12-60
Any additional information regarding Fugitive- Ambriz or the Ramirez Homicide Case should be sent to FWPD Detective Boetcher in the Homicide Unit or call 817-392-4342. To provide an anonymous tip, call 817-469-TIPS (8477), submit a tip here, text "TIP117 plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) or start an anonymous live web chat by clicking "chat" on the Crime Stoppers homepage.
October 18, 2009
Victim was walking to the school library from her dormitory when the suspect grabbed her and dragged her into a dark area near a building. Suspect then pulled an object from a bag around his waist and sexually assaulted the victim with the object. A weapon was used during the assault. When finished, the suspect put the object back in his bag and fled on foot, south on University Dr. Suspect: W/M early 20’s 6’00” Average build, blond straight hair, unshaven, mole on right cheek, dark colored shirt with a white or cream color circle design on the front, blue jeans, and smelled of men’s cologne. Sketch of the suspect is below. If you would like to remain anonymous and you have information, please contact Safe City Commission Crime Stoppers at 817-469-8477 or submit a tip here.
August 9, 2009
There have been multiple criminal mischief/gang graffiti offenses that have occurred on the walls of the Northside Rec Center located at 1100 NW 18th St. The gang tagging/ graffiti has been committed by unknown suspect’s that are involved in the following gangs: “KTK – Krylon Tagging Krew”, “FWO – Fort Worth Outlaws”, and “DEK – Dead End Klik”, which was tagged on the walls. FWPD will follow up on any tips and information that you may have to try and solve these crimes in your community. If you would like to remain anonymous and you have information, please contact Safe City Commission Crime Stoppers at 817-469-8477 or submit a tip here.
August 2, 2009
There have been multiple criminal mischief/gang graffiti offenses that have occurred on walls on the South side of the city. The gang tagging/ graffiti has been committed by an unknown suspect that goes by “WENS”, which was tagged on the walls. FWPD will follow up on any tips and information that you may have to try and solve these crimes in your community. If you would like to remain anonymous and you have information, please contact Safe City Commission Crime Stoppers at 817-469-8477 or submit a tip here.
June 7, 2009
On May 22, 2009 at 3:41pm, Cash America located at 4120 Mansfield Hwy, Fort Worth, was robbed at gunpoint. One armed black male suspect obtained jewelry and cash from employees and left the scene in a Green Mustang with front end damage. The suspect vehicle was being driven by a second black male suspect that was waiting outside of the business. In addition to the Crime Stoppers reward, a private party is offering a reward of up to $5,000. If you would like to remain anonymous and you have information, please contact Safe City Commission Crime Stoppers at 817-469-8477 or submit a tip here.
May 31, 2009
Stolen Vehicle: White 2004 International 22-ft box truck
Features: No markings, with small refrigerator unit affixed to front of box above cab.
TX License Plate # 28L-TP8 OR 71L-ZN7
Stolen from: Fort Worth Hope Center (dba The Hope Center) 3625 East Loop 820 South, Fort Worth, TX 76119
Date of Theft: between 05-31-09 & 06-01-09
Possible suspect information: Subject was a former volunteer who was “fired” from their food distribution warehouse approximately 1 week before for stealing. He worked unloading 1 of 3 trucks (including the stolen truck) owned by The Hope Center. Subject lives in Fort Worth.
If you would like to remain anonymous and you have information, please contact Safe City Commission Crime Stoppers at 817-469-8477 or submit a tip here.
May 10, 2009
On Tuesday night of April 28, 2009 or early Wednesday morning of April 29, 2009 at the SPEC Building Materials Corporation located at 3201 W. Vickery, unknown suspects cut the chain on the business’s gate and drove onto the back of the property where (1544) bundles of shingles were stolen. SPEC also has had two other similar thefts occur at their Garland and Dallas branches. The total loss to date for the company nears $100,000. If you would like to remain anonymous and you have information, please contact Safe City Commission Crime Stoppers at 817-469-8477 or submit a tip here.
September 21, 2008
Early in the morning on Sunday, August 17th, 2008 a female was found unconscious in the middle of the road at 8500 Boat Club Road. She had multiple scrapes and bruises and a serious head injury. She was transported by ambulance to Harris Hospital in Fort Worth in critical condition. Detectives are requesting information from anyone who knows what may have happened to this young lady. Any person who has any details as to what led to her injuries is asked to contact the Fort Worth Police Department. If you would like to remain anonymous and you have information, please contact Safe City Commission Crime Stoppers at 817-469-8477 or submit a tip here.
