$5K reward: Mercedes salesperson carjacked during test drive

SANTA MONICA, Calif. -- Santa Monica Police issued an arrest warrant in March for an auto theft suspect who carjacked a salesman during a test drive in November, it was announced Thursday. A $5,000 reward was offered for information leading to his arrest.

David Guyer, 45, took a car for a test drive at W.I. Simonson Mercedes-Benz in Santa Monica on November 3, 2013. Guyer provided an Arizona state driver's license and left with a salesperson.

During the test drive, Guyer stopped the car, told the salesperson he had a gun and ordered the person out of the car, according to police. Guyer then drove away. The car was recovered six days later in Hermosa Beach.

A felony arrest warrant was issued for Guyer on March 19, 2014 for carjacking. Guyer is described as a 45-year-old white man with brown hair and green eyes, standing 6 feet 2 inches tall, weighing 190 pounds. He wears a closely trimmed goatee.

Police said Guyer is considered armed and dangerous. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps and is reportedly proficient in martial arts. He previously lived in Tracy and Venice, California. Police said he may be in the Westside or South Bay areas.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Chad Goodwin at (310) 458-8942; Sergeant Tom McLaughlin at (310) 458-8430; or the Santa Monica Police Department (24 hours) at (310) 458-8495.

Callers can also contact Crime Stoppers by either calling (800) 222-TIPS, texting from your mobile, or by visiting their website at www.lacrimestoppers.org. Callers may remain anonymous and may be qualified to receive a $1,000.00 reward by Crime Stoppers. The FBI is also offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest of David Guyer.