Formed in 2025 in response to a rise in business robbery offenses during 2024, the Dallas Police Serial Robbery Task Force has worked diligently and tirelessly since its inception. In a short time, the task force has conducted 24 investigations, accounting for 112 robbery offenses within the City of Dallas, clearing 95 of them. Seven of these investigations have also involved other cities. As a result of their efforts, 33 suspects have been arrested, leading to 111 felony charges being filed.
“Because of the countless hours this extraordinary group of detectives have dedicated to the pursuit of justice, the Dallas Police Department have been able to apprehend some of the individuals who have wreaked havoc in our city, making it a safer place,” stated Major Bobbie Epperson. We remain steadfast in our vigilance and unwavering in our commitment to achieving measurable progress in reducing crime in our great city.”
One remarkable investigation that stands out occurred on March 1, 2025, at about 9:25 p.m. Dallas Police responded to a robbery call in the 3600 block of S. Lancaster Road. The preliminary investigation determined the suspect, 22-year-old Jafeth Najera- Suate, entered the business and demanded money at gunpoint.
Further investigation determined Najera-Suate was also responsible for 13 additional robbery offenses.
Najera-Suate was arrested, taken to Dallas County Jail, and charged with Robbery for the following offenses:
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01/17/2025 007781-2025 3400 Samuell Boulevard
01/26/2025 011683-2025 500 N. Hampton Road
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02/20/2025 024159-2025 5900 Singleton Boulevard
02/22/2025 025088-2025 9800 Ferguson Road
02/24/2025 026086-2025 2200 S. Beckley Avenue
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03/01/2025 028577-2025 3600 S. Lancaster Road