Gwinnett PD seek public’s help in locating an armed robbery suspect

Duluth, Ga., Oct 3, 2024) – The Gwinnett County Police Department is asking the public for assistance in locating an armed robbery suspect.

On September 7, at approximately 2:00 a.m., the pictured suspect, Yago Reyes (age 27), can be seen on surveillance video getting into a verbal argument with the victim behind the Shell gas station on 1515 Pleasant Hill Road in unincorporated Duluth. After a few minutes of arguing, the suspect is seen producing an edged weapon from his waistband area and placing it against the victim’s neck. A struggle ensues between the two, causing the victim to sustain a cut to his hand. The suspect then fled the area on foot with the victim’s bookbag. The suspect is described as a Hispanic male, about five foot eight inches tall and 175 pounds. Detectives believe the suspect might also be linked to other robberies in the area, and he is believed to be armed. Detectives have secured the following arrest warrants for his arrest: Armed Robbery, Aggravated Assault, and Possession of a knife during the commission of a felony. If anyone sees him, we encourage them to contact 911. 

If anyone has any information to share in this case, please contact GCPD detectives at 770.513.5300.  To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404.577.TIPS (8477) or visit www.stopcrimeATL.com.  Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.