Suspect remains at large, but there are pictures now
Update Monday, May 29:
Video and pictures have been released by Niagara police in their search for the bank robbery suspect.
It happened last Wednesday.
Original Story:
Police are looking for a suspect after a bank robbery in Welland.
Around 12:30 this afternoon, police were called to the CIBC branch at 200 Fitch Street.
Investigators say a man entered the bank with a gun and demanded cash.
He received an unknown amount of cash before taking off on foot.
No one inside the bank was hurt.
Police believe the suspect headed eastbound towards the Steve Bauer Trail.
The suspect is described as follows:
- Male
- White
- Approximately 5’4" tall
- Approximately 40 years of age
- Grey hair or possibly wearing a grey wig
Nearby residents and businesses are asked to check any CCTV footage they have for images that may provide assistance in the investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to call Niagara Regional Police at 905-688-4111, option 3, extension 1008980.
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