Attempted Bank Robbery In Downers Grove, Man In Custody

DOWNERS GROVE, IL — One person is in custody after an attempted robbery at a bank in Downers Grove Monday. Simeon Harris, 35, of Chicago, has been charged with attempted robbery and burglary in connection with the incident, which took place at West Suburban Bank on Main Street.

According to a police, Harris came into the bank just after 5:30 p.m. and passed the teller a note that read, "This is a robbery. No silent alarms, No die packs or trace money. Empty drawer."

The teller reportedly told Harris they were unable to open the drawer, which prompted Harris to take back his note and flee the scene.

He was taken into custody after a brief foot chase, police say.

In a statement, DuPage County State's Attorney Robert Berlin said, "According to the United States Department of Justice, our nation suffered more than three thousand bank robberies in 2018, one hundred eight of which were in Illinois. Thankfully, Mr. Harris’ alleged attempt to rob the West Suburban Bank was unsuccessful and no one was injured."

Harris is currently being held on $100,000 bond and is set to appear in court again on Dec. 20.