Aggravated Burglary Suspect in Custody

On January 17, 2021 at approximately 10:37 am, Parsons Police responded to the 2200 block of Clark for a report of a burglary.

When officers arrived at the scene, they spoke to the homeowner who stated that while checking on his house he found a white male exiting the rear of the house. The owner approached the individual who stated that he was told he could have whatever he wanted in the house. The suspect refused to identify himself and left the area on foot before law enforcement arrival. He was described as a white male approximately 6' tall with a medium build and medium complexion with a mustache.

Evidence of the burglary was recovered in the yard and there was reported two weapons stolen from inside the home. A revolver and a shogun were stolen from the residence.  Officers collected evidence at the scene and a white female was arrested from inside of the residence. Tamara Lee Armitage was arrested for suspicion of Criminal Damage to Property, Theft, and Aggravated Burglary. The second suspect was later identified as Roy Cruz, police are still looking for Cruz in relation to the Burglary.

Parsons Police Chief Robert Spinks said, "With one person in custody and the other identified the Parsons Police Department will be seeking an Arrest Warrant to bring these felons to justice. It is time that the court holds the criminals accountable for the crimes they commit against the citizens of Parsons. Besides domestic violence, the vast majority of crimes in Parsons are committed by reoffenders. Again, we look to the community to identify these criminals and report them through a continued partnership for community betterment."

This continues to be an on-going investigation and citizens are encouraged to "See It, Hear It, Report It." If anyone has any further information on this incident or any other criminal activity, please contact the Parsons Police Department at 421-7060 or call the Tip Line at 421-7057 or email at tips@parsonspd.com.

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