Woman Unsuccessfully Tries Robbing South Austin Bank

SOUTH AUSTIN, TX — Police are on the lookout for a woman they said unsuccessfully tried robbing a South Austin bank branch late Thursday.

According to a police press advisory, the woman entered the Wells Fargo bank branch at 2326 S. Congress Ave. near Oltorf Street just past 4 p.m. She demanded money but was unsuccessful in securing it. A scant description was offered: A middle-aged white woman wearing a long-sleeved, dark top.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to call the APD Robbery tip line at (512) 974-5092 or Crime Stoppers at (512) 472-TIPS. Those with information also can use the new Crime Stoppers App or submit tips by downloading APD’s mobile app, Austin PD, for free on iPhone and Android.

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