LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Channel 13 is learning about a theft that affected the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Las Vegas.
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) shared that a solid bronze plaque was stolen from a business the 5200 block of O'Bannon Drive. The charity identified the business in question as their O'Bannon House.
LVMPD's investigation revealed footage of a suspect coming to the area on an e-bike, taking off the plaque, and then leaving the area.
Police are still searching for the suspect, and have given us the following description to help identify them:
- Gender: Adult male
- Hair: Bald
- Height: About 5'10"
- Build: Medium
- Seen wearing: Tan jumpsuit, black shoes, and a black-and-white Adidas backpack
A spokesperson for the charity reached out to us directly to provide images of the incident, and to share more details about what was stolen.
The plaque stood to honor two community members that donated land to support Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Las Vegas. According to their spokesperson, it "holds deep sentimental and historical significance."
Anyone with information about this incident or who recognizes the individual is encouraged to contact the LVMPD Bolden Area Command Investigative Team by phone at 702-828-3345 or by email at BACInvestigations@LVMPD.COM.
To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 702-385-5555, or on the internet at www.crimestoppersofnv.com.
-
Alleged impaired driver arrested in Henderson after hitting, killing pedestrian
Police in Henderson are investigating an overnight crash that left a pedestrian dead. It happened just after 1am at Boulder Highway and Magic Way.
Police: Theft suspect followed obituaries, broke into homes of recently deceased
Arrest records allege Shawn James Baird followed a Facebook page that posts obituaries in the Las Vegas area and used it to identify potential targets for theft.
Plea deal reached in man's arrest for vandalizing political signs with swastikas
The 73-year-old man accused of painting hate symbols on political signs across Clark County is expected to take a plea deal in his ongoing criminal case.
LVMPD: One hospitalized following reports of shooting in Sunrise Manor
We're learning from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department about an incident in Sunrise Manor this evening.
