Beaumont, Texas – Police in Beaumont are still in search of a second suspect involved in a fatal robbery that took the life of a food mart clerk on Friday evening. The victim, Sheikh Abir-Hossain, 34, succumbed to gunshot wounds sustained during the robbery, according to Beaumont Police spokesperson Haley Morrow.
The incident occurred at Kris Food Mart, located at 3090 Gulf Ave, where two armed men entered just after 10 am and held the clerk at gunpoint. Following the shooting, one of the suspects fled the scene with stolen cigarettes before being apprehended.
Keandre Robinson, 19, was arrested within three hours of the incident and is currently being held on an $800,000 bond for murder. However, the search for the second suspect, who was described as wearing black jeans and a black hooded sweatshirt with the word “NERD” printed on it, is still ongoing.
Police are urging anyone with information regarding the second suspect’s identity to contact Beaumont police at 409-832-1234. Alternatively, tips can also be submitted anonymously to Southeast Texas Crime Stoppers at 409-833-8477 or through the P3 Tips smartphone application.
The investigation into this tragic incident is ongoing, and the Beaumont community is urged to come forward with any information that may assist in bringing the second suspect to justice.
In summary, Beaumont police continue their search for a second suspect involved in the fatal robbery at Kris Food Mart, which resulted in the tragic loss of Sheikh Abir-Hossain. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation.