The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is actively seeking the public's assistance in identifying a suspect wanted for an armed attempted commercial robbery. The incident took place on August 25, 2026, just after 9:00 PM, at a business located near the 800 block of East Twain Avenue, close to University Center Drive in Las Vegas, Nevada. According to police reports, the suspect initially attempted to steal merchandise from the store. When employees confronted the individual, he brandished a weapon and subsequently fled the scene on foot. Investigators have released a description of the suspect as a Black or Hispanic male, estimated to be in his 30s or 40s. He is described as being approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall with a medium build. At the time of the incident, the suspect was last seen wearing a gray shirt, gray pants, black shoes, and black gloves. The LVMPD Commercial Robbery Section is urging anyone with information regarding the identity or location of the suspect to come forward. Residents can contact the department directly at 702-828-3591. For those wishing to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers of Nevada by calling 702-385-5555 or visiting their website at www.crimestoppersofnv.com. The agency notes that tips leading directly to an arrest or indictment processed through Crime Stoppers may result in a cash reward. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the armed encounter and are appealing to the community for any surveillance footage or witness accounts that could aid in the identification and apprehension of the suspect.