FBI raises reward to $1 million for top Ten Most Wanted suspect Omar Cardenas
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The FBI announced Tuesday that it has increased its reward to $1 million for information related to Omar Alexander Cardenas, a suspect on the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list.
Cardenas, also known as “Dollar,” is accused of fatally shooting Jabari Dumas, 46, in the head when he opened fire at a mall in Sylmar, California, on August 15, 2019.
Authorities said he was formerly a member of the Pierce Street Gang and may be affiliated with the Pacoima Van Nuys Boys/Whoever Killas.
He stands between 5 feet, 6 inches and 5 feet, 7 inches tall, and weighs 240 to 300 pounds. Cardenas often wears thick prescription glasses and has at least one tattoo.
The first reward for information about his whereabouts was $100,000, according to FBI Most Wanted.
A mugshot of Omar Cardenas, one of the FBI’s Most Wanted fugitives. (FBI)
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Officials said on the day of the murder, Cardenas allegedly fired several shots at Dumas, who was standing outside the Hair Icon Barber Shop.
While executing a search warrant at Cardenas’ home, authorities found a vehicle believed to have been used in the crime, as well as evidence related to the murder.
A warrant was issued for Cardenas’ arrest on April 3, 2020, in Los Angeles County Superior Court after he was charged with murder in the area.
A federal arrest warrant from the US District Court for the Central District of California was issued for Cardenas on September 2, 2021, after he was charged with unlawful flight to avoid prosecution.
Although officials did not release the reasons for obtaining such a large reward, Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Chief Jim McDonnell confirmed that Cardenas knew that he was a gang member.
Surveillance camera photo of Omar Cardenas in a black sweater and black jeans. (FBI)
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FBI Los Angeles Field Office Acting Assistant Director Akil Davis said Cardenas may be hiding in Mexico, adding, “we’ll find him there.”
“Our relationship with Legat Mexico is very strong. They are focused on a fire like this,” said Davis. “Mexico is not safe for you, Mr. Cardenas, if that is where you are hiding. I have full confidence in this hard working team to bring you to court.”
Mugshot of Omar Cardenas, who is wanted by the FBI and California authorities. (FBI)
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Davis said Cardenas should be considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information is asked to call the FBI’s tip line at 800-225-5324, or submit a tip online.
