Trackdown: Help find a Dallas serial robber targeting convenience stores

DALLAS - Dallas police need help tracking down a serial robbery suspect who has been stealing cash and striking fear in clerks at convenience stores.

Trackdown: Dallas Serial Robber

What we know:

The suspect is wanted for at least six robberies since Jan. 6, according to Det. Matthew Holson with the Dallas Police Department.

"What he does is he either does one of two things. He either comes in, goes straight to the register, demands money. When they don’t give him the money, he lifts up his hoodie and shows the butt of a gun and then places his hand on the gun. He’s done that in several. A few robberies, he’s gone in, pretended to buy something, goes up to pay for cash. Once the register’s open, he demands cash from the register and then lifts up his hoodie and puts his hand on the gun as well," Det. Holson aid.

The same suspect has robbed convenience stores in Southwest Dallas, Northwest Dallas, and Central Dallas. 

Police described him as a Hispanic male who is about 5 feet tall and has a thin build. 

He wears different outfits but always wears a mask to cover his face and sometimes a beanie. He also has a unique hoodie.

"We’re really interested in a green hoodie with a Grinch on it because that one does stand out," the detective said.

What you can do:

Dallas police are releasing photos and video in hopes that someone will recognize the suspect.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Holson directly at 469-571-5270 or email matthew.holson@dallaspolice.gov.

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