CKARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Clarksville police are looking for a suspect who allegedly robbed a teenager at gunpoint while meeting up to sell shoes.
According to police, the 15-year-old victim made arrangements through the Letgo app to sell a pair of Nike Jordans to a man in front of a business in the 500 block of Providence Blvd.
The teen and a family member met with the potential buyer, later identified as 18-year-old Dontavius Hawkins, on June 1 around 5 p.m.
After a brief discussion about the shoes, Hawkins snatched them from the teen, who was inside a car, and ran around the building. The teen chased after him on foot and at some point Hawkins pointed a gun at him and warned him to run away. He stopped chasing Hawkins and called 911.
Hawkins is wanted for aggravated assault and vehicle burglary. He us 5’7″ and weighs 130 pounds. If spotted, call 911. He should be considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information can contact Detective Steinlage at 931-648-0656 ext 5472, the TIPSLINE at 931-645-8477, or submit a tip anonymously at P3tips.com/591.