UPDATE: The Lubbock Police Department updated the media saying that Robert Cervantes III turned himself in at the Lubbock County Detention Center at 12:35 p.m. today.
LUBBOCK, TX — The Lubbock Metropolitan Special Crimes Unit is asking for the public's help in locating 21-year-old Robert Cervantes III, who is wanted in connection with a fatal shooting. He is considered armed and dangerous.
The shooting occurred on November 29 at 1:29 a.m. when police responded to a report of shots fired at CC’s Bar and Grill on 1605 50th Street. Officers found 28-year-old Nick Rodela-Garcia with serious injuries. He was taken to University Medical Center, where he was later pronounced dead.
Investigators say the incident began as a verbal altercation between Rodela-Garcia and Cervantes, which escalated into a fight. During the fight, Cervantes allegedly pulled out a gun and shot Rodela-Garcia.
A murder warrant for Cervantes was issued on December 6. Authorities warn that Cervantes is armed and should not be approached.
Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to call Crime Line at 806-741-1000.
Lubbock Police are looking for 21-year-old Robert Cervantes III, who is wanted in connection with a fatal shooting and is considered armed and dangerous.
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