Post by Scumhunter on Sept 11, 2016 1:51:32 GMT -5
(Above photo credit: LAPD Most Wanted website)
(Above photo credit: LAPD Most Wanted website)
Fugitive Profile as of September 11th, 2016: (Based on LAPD Most Wanted website)
Sex: Male
Descent: Hispanic
Height: 5' 7
Weight: 145 pounds
Hair: Brown (shaved close)
Eyes: Brown
Date of Birth: Aug 14, 1977
Age: 25* (at time of crime)
Who to call if you've seen him: LAPD Northeast Detectives at 213-847-4261 or 213-485-2566. If after hours, please contact Northeast Watch Commander at 213-485-2563.
From the LAPD Most Wanted website:
Gilberto Romero
On May 15, 2001, at approximately 6:25 p.m., the victim is confronted by the suspect, a rival Dogtown gang member. The suspect, armed with a semi-automatic handgun, shoots the victim multiple times, fatally wounding him. Hangouts: Area of 117 N. Avenue 55 Additional Information: Suspect was paroled on September 5, 2000, for Attempt Murder on a Police Officer, which occurred on April 30, 1996, in Northeast Area. Parole Agent Weddle issued a Parolee at Large warrant on May 31, 2001.
www.lapdonline.org/all_most_wanted/most_wanted_view/12786
Thoughts? While admittedly I don't have the utmost of sympathy when the murder victims is a gang member, this case is a lot different than your average gang shooting because Romero was already wanted for attempted murder of a police officer. This heightens the danger for everyone including the public and authorities. So if you see Romero, he should be considered armed and dangerous and you should take no action to apprehend him yourself. However, you should call the LAPD right away.
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