First Merit Bank Robbed at Gunpoint

Photos via Bandit Tracker Chicago.

A bank robber carrying a revolver stole an unknown amount of money Dec. 30 from the First Merit Bank on Wolf Road in Western Springs, according to Western Springs police.

The suspect is a white male, about 40 years old and 5-feet-10-inches tall. He was wearing a light blue stocking cap, mirrored sunglasses, a black scarf that covered part of his face, a brown jacket and brown khaki pants, according to police.

The man robbed the bank around 4:10 p.m. He left the bank and went northbound on foot, carrying stolen money in a small bag, according to police.

No one was injured in the bank robbery, and the investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information should contact the Chicago office of the FBI at 312-421-6700.

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