Written by AARON CASTREJON
CityWatch Editor

WEST COVINA - A man who appeared to be armed robbed the driver of a Brinks armored truck in West Covina Tuesday afternoon.

The robbery took place outside Chase Bank, 455 N. Azusa Ave., just before Noon June 13. The suspect, only described as a Latino man, was decked out in a construction uniform, complete with an orange safety helmet and green neon vest.

The FBI did not disclose how much cash the suspect may have escaped with.

Anyone with information on the suspect is urged to call the FBI Los Angeles field office 310-477-6565.

Written by AARON CASTREJON
CityWatch Editor

REGION - Authorities in Arizona and California continue their investigation into the mysterious disappearance of a West Covina man who was last seen September 12.

Shane Michael Rollman, 31, Left his home in West Covina September 12. His BMW was found abandoned at the McGuireville rest area in Rimrock, Arizona September 23. He was last seen wearing a blue shirt, jeans and black shoes, according to the FBI.

In a September 28 article published in the Verde Valley Independent & Camp Verde Bugle, Rollman’s father, Steven, said recent tragedies and the COVID-19 restrictions weighed heavy on Shane’s mind.

Shane’s BMW 328i had no gas left in the tank. His computer and cell phone were also found abandoned in the car.

Shane fueled up his BMW at a supermarket in Camp Verde on September 13. He also withdrew $700, according to the article.

Shane’s grandmothers passed away, his mother nearly died and he also apparently lost his job due to the pandemic, according to the article.

Shane’s parents said he is inexperienced in camping and hiking. They suspect he may have hitched a ride, according to the article.

Anyone with information on Rollman’s whereabouts is urged to call a local FBI field office.