Sumter man wanted in connection to stolen vehicle, weapons charges

The Sumter Police Department seeks the public's help in locating a man wanted in connection to a stolen vehicle and weapons charges.

On May 27, Tyquan Jerome Bell-Sanders, 21, of Prosser Street, was spotted by officers driving a reported stolen vehicle from a Midlands county, according to Tonyia McGirt, public information officer for the police department. The vehicle was crashed and the suspect ran from the car.

A firearm was also reported stolen from a neighboring county as well as other items found in the car, McGirt said.

Bell-Sanders is to be considered armed and dangerous.

Anyone who sees Bell-Sanders or know of his whereabouts are asked to call the Sumter Police Department at (803) 436-2700 or contact the nearest law enforcement agency.

Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC, online at P3tips.com or by downloading the P3tips app for mobile devices. Crime Stoppers does not release the names of individuals who provide information.

A cash reward may be available for information leading to an arrest.