Crime & Safety

Cobb Police Seek Vinings Attempted Bank Robbery Suspect

The suspect fled the bank before receiving any money from the teller, police said.

Credit: BB&T/Cobb County Police

Cobb County police are asking for the public’s help to identify a man they believe tried to rob a bank in Vinings on Wednesday morning.

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According to spokeswoman Alicia Chilton, a man walked into the BB&T Bank at 3175 Galleria Parkway at 10:54 a.m. and handed a demand note to a teller. As the teller was gathering up money to give to the suspect, he fled the building without any cash and drove off in a silver Dodge Charger.

Chilton says the suspect is a black male, standing 6’03” tall, and is described as being heavy set and having facial hair. He was last seen wearing a grey NIKE zip-up hoodie, black pants, and a royal blue/white ball cap with β€œC” on the front.

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If you recognize the person in the above stills, please contact Cobb County police at (770)499-3945.

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