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Brazen Sonoma County Bank Heist Ends in Felony Charges for 35-Year-Old Homeless Man in Guerneville

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Published on October 17, 2023
Brazen Sonoma County Bank Heist Ends in Felony Charges for 35-Year-Old Homeless Man in GuernevilleSource: Google Street View

On Monday, suspect Bradley Bennett, 35, robbed a bank in Guerneville. The official report by the Sonoma Sheriff yesterday discussed the incident in detail, revealing how it took place on the 16000 block of Main Street and ended with the culprit's arrest.

The crime occurred around 3:45 p.m., when Bennett, a transient, entered the bank and demanded cash via a note handed to the teller. After his request was denied, he forcefully seized the money and left the bank in haste. Law enforcement acted quickly and managed to locate and arrest Bennett following a brief struggle.

The official statement by the Sonoma Sheriff discloses that Bennett now faces charges of felony robbery, felony burglary, misdemeanor resisting arrest, and violation of felony parole. He is currently held without bail.