Location: A264 & MOONEY BLVD , VISALIA

Incident Date: 09-12-14

Incident Time: 1130

Case Number: 14-11461

Victim: SK (DRIVER) CHECKERS TAXI SERVICE

Posted by: Media Relations

On 10-12-14 at 1130 hrs, Deputies were called for a report of a robbery. Deputies contacted the victim who said he picked up the suspect in Visalia, brought him to a pawn shop then took him to a residence near Mooney and Ave 264. The victim said the suspect demanded money, he (victim) knew the suspect had a knife and complied with his demands, giving him $30. Suspect fled on foot. 

Deputies checked the area. A lead was developed, and with comparison to previous booking photographs and surveillance video, the suspect was identified. An area check was done as well as the residence. An arrest warrant was issued for the suspect, and a broadcast was put out to surrounding agencies. 

The Suspect returned to the pawn shop attempting to pawn other items. Deputies responded and detained the suspect who was identified as Justin Lee (25 YOA). Lee was interviewed and booked at the Adult Pre-Trial Facility without incident. The Case will be forwarded to the District Attorney.