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Memphis police searching for suspect of Wells Fargo Bank robbery

Police encourage anyone with additional information related to this incident to call CrimeStoppers at 901-528-2274 (CASH) with tips.
Credit: MPD

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man robbed a Wells Fargo bank in Memphis on Jan. 5, according to the Memphis Police Department (MPD). 

Officers said this took place shortly before 5 p.m. as a man who was alone entered the bank at 1365 North Germantown Parkway. Police said the suspect kept his hand in his jacket and implied that he had a handgun.

He then demanded money from the tellers and threatened to shoot them if they didn't do what he said, according to MPD. He left the scene with a large sum of money, according to MPD.

This suspect was in his mid to late 30s, according to MPD. He had an average build, a dreadlock hairstyle, a FedEx winter jacket that was dark blue, black pants, black tennis shoes with red soles, tinted safety-style glasses, black gloves and a blue surgical mask, according to MPD.

No arrest has been made by MPD in connection to this incident as of press time. MPD said this is an ongoing investigation.

Police encourage anyone with additional information related to this incident to call CrimeStoppers at 901-528-2274 (CASH) with tips.

Bank Robbery Wells Fargo Bank 1365 North Germantown Parkway Report #2401021881ME MEMPHIS, TN - On Friday, January 5, 2024, at approximately 4:40 p.m., a lone male entered the Wells Fargo Bank at 1365 North Germantown Parkway and robbed the bank. The suspect, keeping his hand in his jacket, implying he had a handgun, demanded money from the tellers and threatened to shoot them if they did not comply. The suspect fled the scene on foot with a large sum of money. Suspect #1 was a Black male, mid to late 30s, 5’9-5’11, average build, dreads, dark blue FedEx winter jacket, black pants, black tennis shoes with red soles, tinted safety style glasses, black gloves, and blue surgical mask. No arrest has been made. This is an ongoing investigation. The video and photos are attached. Anyone with information about this incident should call Crime Stoppers at 528-CASH. You will be given a secret ID number, and your identification will remain completely anonymous. You can also submit your tip at http://www.crimestopmem.org, where you can review wanted fugitives and safely send investigators any helpful information on the suspect or suspects responsible for this crime. You can submit anonymous tips from our free and secure mobile app by searching your app store for “P3 Tips”. If an arrest is made, you could be eligible to receive a cash reward from Crime Stoppers of Memphis and Shelby County, Inc.

Posted by Memphis Police Department est.1827 on Friday, January 5, 2024

   

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