Crime & Safety
Photos Released of Man Suspected of Failed Bank Robbery
The suspect tried to rob a bank on Friday but fled empty-handed, police say.
By Bay City News
PINOLE (BCN) - Pinole police have released photos of the man who attempted to rob a Bank of America in Pinole before fleeing on Friday afternoon.
The man walked into the Bank of America branch at 1221 Tara Hills Drive at approximately 3:40 p.m. and gave a hand written note to one of the bank tellers demanding cash, police said.
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When the teller refused, the suspect fled on foot out the front doors and north through the parking lot.
The suspect is described as a black male in his 40s or 50s, standing approximately 6 foot 3 inches to 6 foot 5 inches tall, with a thin build, dark complexion, and short hair.
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He was also described as wearing a black jacket with diamond shaped patterns, tan pants, a dark collared shirt, and black dress shoes.
Anyone with information about the attempted robbery is encouraged to contact police at (510) 724-8950.
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