Washington D.C. police are on the hunt for a brazen bandit who snatched cash from a bank customer on Friday morning. The Metropolitan Police Department's Second District has requested the public's assistance to catch the robber who struck in broad daylight.
The bold theft occurred inside a bank located on the 5200 block of MacArthur Boulevard, Northwest, around 11:15 a.m. According to the MPD's statement, the suspect made off with the victim's money, swiftly fleeing the scene, leaving the customer stunned and the bank in a momentary state of chaos.
Detectives are scouring the area for leads and have called on witnesses or anyone with information to come forward. Officials have yet to release a detailed description of the suspect or whether the individual was captured on surveillance footage during the incident. The MPD has not disclosed the amount of cash stolen from the victim.
The Metropolitan Police are continuing their investigation into the robbery and maintain a call to action for community help. The individuals, with any pertinent information are encouraged to contact authorities, as every detail could prove crucial in apprehending the perpetrator. Details on how to submit tips anonymously are available on the MPD's website.
