Wheaton Police Searching For Suspect In Attempted Bank Robbery

WHEATON, IL — Wheaton Police are investigating after an attempted bank robbery at the BMO Harris Bank on Blanchard Circle Saturday.

Police said a bank alarm was triggered at around 9:08 a.m. when an unknown man reportedly entered the bank and showed employees a note requesting money. The man did not display a weapon or hint that he had one, according to police.

The suspect is described as a white male, who was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, dark jeans, black gloves, and a black mask. Surveillance photos of the man are posted on the Wheaton Police Department website.

Police said the man left the bank parking lot on a bicycle, headed in an unknown direction.

Anyone who has information about the robbery attempt may contact Lieutenant Ryan Conway at (630) 260-2079.