Christian Velez, Robbery, Connecticut 2021

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Man Accused of Robbery Spree in Connecticut

A federal complaint has been unsealed in Connecticut charging Christian Velez, 23, with federal robbery and firearm offenses.

Velez is currently being sought by law enforcement for his alleged involvement in a series of robberies throughout Connecticut beginning in September 2021. Multiple state arrest warrants have been issued for Velez, in addition to a federal arrest warrant.

The FBI is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of Velez. Individuals with information concerning this case are encouraged to contact the FBI’s New Haven Field Office at (203) 503-5580, or by submitting a tip online at tips.fbi.gov.

Velez is charged with Hobbs Act robbery and brandishing a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence. Acting U.S. Attorney Leonard C Boyle stressed that a complaint is only a charge and is not evidence of guilt.

This investigation is being conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Connecticut State Police, and several local police departments. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Robert S. Ruff.

Christian Velez is currently being sought by law enforcement and faces federal robbery and firearm offenses. He is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

The exact date of the robberies is September 2021. The current status of Velez is that he is being sought by law enforcement. There is no sentence or outcome mentioned in the source.