Tyler Robbery Investigation

TYLER — Tyler police are looking for the lone gunman who robbed the Quality Inn at 2843 West Northwest Loop 323. It happened shortly before 8:45 Sunday night. The desk clerk told officers the suspect never spoke, but used a hand-written note to convey his intentions.

The suspect fled the business on foot. It is not known at this time, whether he used a vehicle to leave the area. A green colored “Astro”-type van was seen behind the business around the time of the robbery. It is unknown whether this vehicle was involved in the crime.

The suspect was described as a white male, in his late 20’s to early 30’s, about 5’5” to 5’7” in height, about 160 lbs in weight, with an athletic build. He was wearing all black, with black gloves and a black ski mask. He displayed a chrome colored revolver during the robbery.

Tyler police say suspect took an undisclosed amount of cash. There were no injuries.