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Police looking for armed suspect who tried to steal at Lowe’s in Pueblo

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Courtesy of Pueblo Police Department

PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) -- Police in Pueblo are asking for the public's help to identify a suspect who tried to steal items at Lowe's and brandished a firearm.

Officers says the suspect entered the Lowe's on 1225 W Hwy 50 on Tuesday around 4:30 p.m. Before leaving the store, employees say they saw the suspect pull a handgun from his waistband and put a round in the weapon's chamber. Alarmed employees notified authorities and the suspect placed the weapon in his front hoodie pocket.

Police describe the suspect as a Hispanic man, about 5'6" tall and 115 pounds. He was seen wearing a black hoodie, black sweatpants and black shoes with a red outline. Officers say he is considered armed and dangerous.

If you are able to identify the suspect, call Officer Rutherford at 719-553-3214 or email nrutherford@pueblo.us, You can also contact dispatch at 719-553-2502.

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