Police release composite sketch of homicide suspect in August shooting

Metro police have released a composite sketch of the suspect who fatally shot 43-year-old Dalia Gutierrez-Sanchez.

A representative of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives developed the sketch with help from a witness, and police are urging anyone with information on the suspect or recognizing him from the composite sketch to call Crime Stoppers at 74-CRIME.

The gunman approached Gutierrez-Sanchez outside of her apartment at 371 Wallace Road just after 4:30 a.m. on Aug. 24.

Police believe robbery may have been a motive in the shooting because Gutierrez-Sanchez’s purse was taken from the scene.

The gunman fled the apartment complex on foot and was last seen on Wallace Road. He has been described as a black man in his early 20s with unkempt hair worn over to one side.

He is approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs approximately 150 pounds. At the time of the shooting, the suspect wore tight-fitting blue jean shorts and a blue-green hooded sweatshirt, according to police.

Citizens can also send an electronic tip to Crime Stoppers by texting the word “CASH” along with their message to 274637 (CRIMES) or online at www.nashvillecrimestoppers.com [1]. Persons who contact Crime Stoppers by phone, text or Internet can remain anonymous and qualify for a cash reward.