FBI: Authorities searching for man accused of robbing 2 separate Philadelphia banks in 3 days
Police describe the suspect as a 5'9" white man, possibly Hispanic, with a thin build, black hair, and black beard. For both robberies, authorities say the man was wearing a camouflage baseball hat, a blue surgical mask, a camouflage jacket, camoufla
PHILADELPHIA - The FBI announced on Monday that they are seeking the public's help to identify and locate a man who they say is responsible for two Philadelphia bank robberies in three days.
On Monday, at around 11:45 a.m., authorities say a man entered the ACME located at 2101 Cottman Avenue and approached the Citizens Bank branch inside.
Authorities say the suspect presented a demand note to the teller. After obtaining an undisclosed amount of cash, authorities say the suspect fled the ACME on foot in an unknown direction.
Over the weekend, police say a similar incident happened inside a Shoprite.
On Saturday, shortly before 11 a.m., police say a man walked into the Citizens Bank inside the Shoprite located at 11000 Roosevelt Boulevard and gave the teller a note demanding money.
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Authorities say the suspect stole $975, and he was last seen going through the parking lot towards Target.
Police describe the suspect as a 5'9" white man, possibly Hispanic, with a thin build, black hair, and black beard. For both robberies, authorities say the man was wearing a camouflage baseball hat, a blue surgical mask, a camouflage jacket, camouflage pants, and blue latex gloves.
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The suspect is considered armed and dangerous. Anyone with information about these robberies or the suspect is urged to call the FBI or the Violent Crimes Task Force at 215-418-4000.
There is a reward for information leading to this suspect's capture.