Palm Springs, CA

The Palm Springs Police Department responded to reports of a confrontation at a business on the 300 block of S Palm Canyon Dr. on Tuesday, April 9th, at 4:17 PM. Witnesses at the scene reported an altercation involving a male suspect, who was trying to get away with concealed merchandise from the premises.

During the incident, the suspect was confronted by three employees. A physical struggle ensued, resulting in one employee being pushed to the ground, another being headbutted and suffering a laceration from a knife, wielded by the suspect. The injured employee was taken to a local hospital for treatment and is currently reported to be in stable condition.

The suspect has been identified as 31-year-old Andrew Augustin Mason, a resident of Palm Springs. Mason has been charged with assault with a deadly weapon and robbery, in connection with the incident. Additionally, Mason was the subject of one felony warrant and two misdemeanor warrants, at the time of his arrest.

The investigation into this matter remains ongoing. Anyone with further information relevant to this case is encouraged to contact the Palm Springs Police Department.