$20,000 reward in exchange for any information leading to the arrest or conviction of the man responsible

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Composite sketch of San Dimas murder suspect

Staff Reports

San Dimas – On Wed., June 10, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Homicide Detectives held a press conference to release a composite sketch of the murder suspect wanted in relation to the murder of San Dimas restaurant owner, Pravin Patel.

On June 2, at approximately 3:20 p.m., the suspect entered the Quizno’s restaurant located in the 1000 block of W. Arrow Highway in San Dimas, brandishing a gun and demanding money.  The owner, Patel, complied, giving the suspect cash from the register.  When the suspect ran outside, Patel followed and a physical altercation commenced in the parking lot – the suspect then shot Patel and fled on foot.

Patel was transported to a local hospital, and later succumbed to his injuries.

According to the L.A. County Sheriff’s Department, the suspect is described as a male Hispanic or Caucasian in his mid 20s, 180 pounds, with a tall and skinny build.  At the time he was wearing a baseball hat, black t-shirt and plaid shorts.

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion by Mayor Michael Antonovich offering a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of the suspect responsible for the murder of Patel.

On a memorial page dedicated to Pravin Rabojibhai Patel, 62, of San Dimas, he was remembered as a

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Pravin “Peter” Patel

hard-working family man, known for bringing people together.  He is survived by his loving wife, Maya, a son and daughter, and two grandchildren.  Patel – who went by “Peter” – was reportedly looking forward to retiring in a few years so he could spend more time with his loved ones.

“He will be dearly missed by everyone who knew him,” the memorial page stated.

If you recognize or have information on the person depicted in the sketch, you are encouraged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500.  If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call “Crime Stoppers” by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), or texting the letters TIPLA plus your tip to CRIMES (274637), or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org.