The Las Cruces Police Department is currently searching for a Hispanic male suspect in connection to a carjacking, kidnapping, and hit-and-run. LCPD reports that the carjacking and kidnapping happened in the 2600 block of North Roadrunner Parkway around 8 a.m. on October 24, 2024.

Authorities say a female victim was sitting in her vehicle while parked in the desert area when a Hispanic male forcibly entered the vehicle. The man kidnapped the victim and drove away with the victim still inside the vehicle, according to authorities.

LCPD says the suspect is described as a Hispanic male around 5’6” and 160 pounds. He has a distinct tattoo of the word “Payaso” or “Pay” on his right hand. A short time after the carjacking, police say the vehicle was involved in a collision at the intersection of North Roadrunner Parkway and Santo Domingo.

The suspect reportedly fled the scene on foot with several backpacks belonging to the victim. LCPD urges anyone with information to call the department at 575-528-4200.