Car Salesman Robbed at Gunpoint During Test Drive in El Paso

A car salesman was robbed at gunpoint in west El Paso, prompting a request for public assistance in identifying the suspect.

The incident happened on Saturday, May 10, at 1:30 p.m., when the victim, a salesman for Car Lots LLC, met a man who posed as a potential buyer.

The meeting occurred at an apartment complex located at 500 Ruben.

The suspect test drove a 2019 black, 4-door Chevrolet Silverado with the salesman.

After returning to the parking lot, the suspect pulled out a gun, threatened the victim, and ordered him to exit the vehicle.

The suspect then drove away in the truck, which is valued at $19,800.

The suspect is described as a Hispanic male in his late teens to early 20s, with a medium complexion, a slight mustache, and an average build.

Crime Stoppers of El Paso is assisting the El Paso Police Department in requesting help from the public to identify the suspect through the Crime of the Week initiative. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers of El Paso at 566-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.cselpaso.org.