Jason Derek Brown is wanted for murder and armed robbery in Phoenix, Arizona. During November of 2004, Brown allegedly shot and killed an armored car guard, Robert Keith Palomares, outside a movie theater and then fled with the money.
Brown is accused of shooting Palomares five times in the head at close range with a .45-caliber handgun. Brown fled on a bicycle with $56,000. According to the FBI, Brown then jumped into his BMW that was parked near the AMC Ahwatukee 24 movie theater.
His whereabouts were unknown until a confirmed sighting of Brown August 2008, in Salt Lake City. He lived in Salt Lake City immediately prior to the robbery and murder.
FBI Agent Lance Leising told The Salt Lake Tribune that his ability to blend in is one reason he’s on the Top 10 Most Wanted list.
“With the commonness of his name and how he looks, like a surfer dude in California, we’ve had more tips (about this) fugitive than any other on `America’s Most Wanted.’ It’s caused us to chase leads all around the world,” Leising told the Tribune.
The FBI flyer:
Brown speaks fluent French and has a Masters Degree in International Business. He is an avid golfer, snowboarder, skier, and dirt biker. Brown enjoys being the center of attention and has been known to frequent nightclubs where he enjoys showing off his high-priced vehicles, boats, and other toys. He has been described as possibly having bisexual tendencies.
Brown has ties to California, Arizona, and Utah. In the past, he has traveled to France and Mexico. Additionally, he may be in the possession of a Glock 9mm and a .45 caliber handgun.
Date(s) of Birth Used: July 1, 1969; January 17, 1971
Place of Birth: California
Height: 5’10”
Weight: 170 to 180 pounds
Hair: Blond
Eyes: Green
Complexion: Light
Sex: Male
Race: White
Nationality:
Build: Medium
Occupation: Golf Equipment Importer