Person Robbed In Bank Parking Lot: Meriden Police

MERIDEN, CT — Police are investigating a robbery that happened in a bank parking lot Tuesday night in Meriden.

The robbery happened around 8:20 p.m. in the Bank of America parking lot at 400 East Main Street. The victim wasn’t injured, and the suspect left before officers arrived, according to police.

The Crime Suppression Unit of the Detective Division has taken over the investigation, police.

The Meriden Police Department is offering the following tips and reminding residents to be cognizant of their surroundings when using ATM machines:

1. Be aware of your surroundings, particularly at night. If you see any suspicious activity, like a person waiting a few feet away or if there aren't any lights around, avoid using that machine and find another in a more public area.

2. Bring someone with you when using an ATM. If you can't find a buddy, use an ATM that is located in a public area like a convenience or grocery store. This way, store personnel are there to help and you'll have the video surveillance from both the store and the bank.

3. Have your debit card ready to go as you approach the ATM. If you need to search through your purse or wallet, you'll give criminals more of a chance to catch you off guard.

If anyone has any information on this incident, contact Det. McCarthy at 203-630-6279 or pmccarthy@meridenct.gov.