Odessa Police Search for Suspect in Halloween Mask After Gas Station Robbery

ODESSA, Texas — The Odessa Police Department is actively searching for an unidentified suspect who robbed a local gas station while wearing a Halloween mask. The robbery occurred on Saturday, May 30, 2026, prompting an immediate investigation by local detectives.

According to police reports, the suspect entered the convenience store at the gas station brandishing a weapon and demanding money from the cashier. The clerk complied with the demands, and the suspect fled the scene with an undisclosed amount of cash. No injuries were reported during the encounter, though the employee was understandably shaken.

Surveillance footage shows the suspect wearing a distinct Halloween-style mask to conceal his face, along with dark clothing. Police have released images from the security cameras and are calling on anyone with information regarding the suspect's identity or whereabouts to contact the Odessa Police Department or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers.