KCSO search for Dollar General robbery suspect who allegedly assaulted an employee

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Kern County deputies are searching for a robbery suspect who allegedly assaulted a Dollar Tree employee.

Officials say the suspect attempted to steal merchandise from the Dollar General store, located at 111 Roberts Lane, in Oildale on Feb. 16. When employees tried to get some of the items back, the suspect allegedly assaulted an employee.

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  • Photos provided courtesy of KCSO.
    Photos provided courtesy of KCSO.
  • Photos provided courtesy of KCSO.
    Photos provided courtesy of KCSO.

The suspect was last seen wearing blue shorts, black hooded sweatshirt, black shoes, black beanie and glasses.

Anyone with information on the suspects identity or whereabouts is asked to call KCSO at 661-861-3110 or Secret Witness at 661-322-4040.

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