The FBI has raised the reward to $1 million for information leading to the capture of fugitive Omar Alexander Cardenas, accused of a 2019 gang-related murder in Los Angeles. Authorities believe he may be hiding in Mexico and warn that he is armed and dangerous.
- Suspect: Omar Alexander Cardenas, also known as “Dollar.”
- Crime: On August 15, 2019, Cardenas allegedly opened fire outside the Hair Icon Barber Shop in Sylmar, California, fatally shooting Jabari Dumas, 46, in the head.
- Gang Ties: Former member of the Pierce Street Gang, with possible links to Pacoima Van Nuys Boys/Anybody Killas.
Arrest Warrants
- Local Warrant: Issued April 3, 2020, by Los Angeles County Superior Court, charging Cardenas with murder.
- Federal Warrant: Issued September 2, 2021, by the U.S. District Court in California for unlawful flight to avoid prosecution.
FBI’s Reward Increase
- Previous Reward: $100,000.
- Current Reward: $1 million, announced March 10, 2026.
- Reasoning: While officials did not specify why the reward was raised so sharply, law enforcement emphasized Cardenas’s dangerous gang affiliations and the urgency of his capture.
Description of the Fugitive
- Height: 5’6”–5’7”.
- Weight: 240–300 pounds.
- Appearance: Wears thick prescription glasses, has tattoos.
- Status: Considered armed and dangerous.
Authorities’ Statements
- Akil Davis, FBI Los Angeles Field Office: Warned that Cardenas may be hiding in Mexico, stressing cooperation with Mexican authorities: “Mexico is not safe for you, Mr. Cardenas, if that’s where you’re hiding.”
- LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell: Confirmed the crime was gang-related.
Public Appeal
- Tip Line: 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324).
- Online Tips: Available through the FBI’s official website.
- Warning: Anyone with information should avoid direct contact with Cardenas due to his violent history.
The FBI’s unprecedented $1 million reward underscores the seriousness of capturing Omar Cardenas, whose alleged crime and gang ties pose a continuing threat. With strong cooperation between U.S. and Mexican authorities, officials remain confident he will be brought to justice.
Source: FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list.
