Germantown Bank Robbed Dec 29, Suspect Sought: Police

PHILADELPHIA – The FBI/Philadelphia Police Department Violent Crimes Task Force is reporting a Germantown bank was robbed on Dec. 29 and authorities are seeking the suspect. A reward is being offering for information leading to his arrest.

According to authorities, the Citizens Bank branch located at 5500 Germantown Ave. was robbed at about 1:15 p.m. on Dec. 29.

The suspect, pictured above, came into the bank, approached the counter, and showed a demand note to a teller, authorities said.

Once he got an undisclosed amount of cash, he fled the bank on foot, authorities said.

He's described as a black man in his late 20s, about 5 feet 8 inches to 5 feet 10 inches tall with an average build.

Authorities said he was wearing a bright yellow winter jacket, a navy hooded sweatshirt over an orange hooded sweatshirt, and blue jeans.

He is considered armed and dangerous, authorities aid. If he is spotted the public should call 911.

Anyone with information about this robbery or the suspect is urged to call the FBI/PPD Violent Crimes Task Force at (215) 418-4000. Tipsters can remain anonymous.

Images via FBI/PPD Violent Crimes Task Force