Convicted Bank Robber, With Violent History, Wanted By Marshals

CONCORD, NH — The District of New Hampshire - New Hampshire Joint Fugitive Task Force is asking for the public's help finding a convicted bank robber who is accused of a federal probation violation. Robert Ruggiero is 26, about 5-feet, 9-inches tall, and weighs around 170 lbs. He has blonde hair and blue eyes.

Ruggiero has numerous distinguishable tattoos including a circle A "anarchy" symbol on his neck, "Ruggiero" on his back, and tattoos on his chest. Deputy Marshal Jeffrey White stated Ruggiero also has a scar on one of his legs.

In the past, Ruggiero has used the alias "Jonathan Ives," according to an alert. A warrant for his arrest was issued on Jan. 24.

"Ruggiero is wanted on a federal probation violation warrant with the underlying charge of bank robbery," White said. "Ruggiero is known to abuse intravenous drugs, suffers from mental health issues, and has a history of violent behavior."

Ruggiero has "known ties" to residents in Manchester and Goffstown but does not have a current fixed address, White added.

Ruggiero was arrested by Goffstown police in February 2017 after robbing the Citizens Bank on Church Street. He was sentenced to 37 months in prison a year later.

Ruggiero's previous arrests, according to reports on Patch and other news outlets, including escape, heroin possession, burglary, disobeying an officer, driving after revocation or suspension, and at least one warrant arrest.

If you know where Ruggiero is or see someone who looks like him, do not try to apprehend him. Contact police or the U.S. Marshals Service at 603-225-1632.

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