Reward Offered in New Port Richey Bank Robbery

New Port Richey, FL — As New Port Richey police continue to search for the man responsible in the Friday robbery of a Wells Fargo Bank, Crime Stoppers Tampa Bay is sweetening the deal for information that leads to an arrest in the case.

Crime Stoppers announced Monday morning that it is offering a reward of up to $3,000 for information in the case.

The robbery in question occurred around 1:56 p.m. July 8 at Wells Fargo bank, 6604 Massachusetts Ave. Police say a man walked into the bank, walked up to a teller and demanded cash. When the teller handed over money, the man took off.

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The suspect is described as being in his early to late 20s. He stands between 5-foot-5 and 5-foot-9 and was last seen wearing a white and blue striped shirt and long pants.

Anyone with information in the case is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-873-TIPS. Anonymous tips may also be submitted online at www.crimestopperstb.com. Those who want to be eligible for the cash reward need to contact Crime Stoppers by phone.

Suspect photo courtesy of the New Port Richey Police Department