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FBI Raises Reward to $1 Million for Murder Suspect 'Dollar'

3/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The FBI increased the reward for information leading to Omar Alexander Cardenas, also known as 'Dollar,' to $1 million.
Cardenas is wanted for 2019 murder of Jabari Dumas in Sylmar, after authorities say he fired multiple shots at a shopping center.
He has ties to the Pierce Street Gang and may be in Mexico.
The increase follows several FBI Ten Most Wanted captures and signals ongoing U.S.–Mexico law enforcement cooperation.

History

Historical Context

The FBI established the Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list on March 14, 1950, following a successful publicity campaign initiated by J. Edgar Hoover. This initiative aimed to enhance law enforcement's ability to capture dangerous criminals. By 2020, over 500 fugitives had been apprehended, highlighting the importance of cross-border collaboration in addressing gang violence and improving community safety in the U.S. and Mexico.

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Story summary

The FBI increased the reward for information leading to Omar Alexander Cardenas, also known as 'Dollar,' to $1 million.
Cardenas is wanted for 2019 murder of Jabari Dumas in Sylmar, after authorities say he fired multiple shots at a shopping center.
He has ties to the Pierce Street Gang and may be in Mexico.
The increase follows several FBI Ten Most Wanted captures and signals ongoing U.S.–Mexico law enforcement cooperation.

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