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Armored car guard (unnamed)

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Armored car guard (unnamed)

Case
#1028
SourceFBI WantedUpdated Mar 15, 2026
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Phoenix Police Department
Homicide · Open - Fugitive at Large
179 days waiting

JASON DEREK BROWN

Justice for Armored car guard (unnamed) — the trail went cold in 2026, but the truth hasn't.

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Key leads to think about

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suspect
Lead #1

Brown is highly educated with a master's degree in International Business and speaks fluent French—why would someone with such credentials commit armed robbery and murder?

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location
Lead #2

Brown has documented ties to California, Arizona, Utah, France, and Mexico—which jurisdiction might he be hiding in or traveling through?

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vehicle
Lead #3

Brown is known to frequent nightclubs and show off high-priced vehicles and boats—could surveillance of luxury venues or marinas help locate him?

On November 29, 2004, Jason Derek Brown allegedly shot and killed an armored car guard outside a movie theater in Phoenix, Arizona, then fled with the money. Brown, a educated and charismatic individual with ties to multiple states and international travel experience, has evaded capture for nearly two decades. His whereabouts remain unknown, though he may be armed with multiple firearms and could be traveling under an assumed identity.

Case
#1028
SourceFBI WantedUpdated Mar 15, 2026
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Phoenix Police Department

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More leads to consider

Beyond the top three above — each detail below could be the thread that pulls this case open.

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clue
Lead #4

Brown is believed to be armed with a Glock 9mm and .45 caliber handgun—has either weapon been recovered or used in other crimes?

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person
Lead #5

As a former Mormon missionary with specific skill sets and international experience, could his religious or professional networks provide investigative leads?

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Source Narrative

Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution - First Degree Murder, Armed Robbery Caution: 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 outside a movie theater and then fled with the money.

Remarks: Brown speaks fluent French and has a master's 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. Brown was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and completed his Mormon mission near Paris, France.

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.

Timeline of Events

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2004-11-29

Armored Car Guard Shot and Killed

Jason Derek Brown allegedly shot and killed an armored car guard outside a movie theater in Phoenix, Arizona and fled with money from the armored car.

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2004-11-29

Suspect Fled Scene

Brown fled the scene following the armed robbery and murder, becoming a fugitive.

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Case Information

Incident:November 29, 2004
Last Updated:September 9, 2026

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Case Information

Incident:November 29, 2004
Last Updated:September 9, 2026