Armed Bank Robber Strikes on Patriots' Day In Medford

Medford Police are working on tracking down an armed bank robbery suspect who had the gall to ruin Patriots’ Day for a handful of Citizens Bank employees.

According to authorities, the incident took place around 2 p.m. on Monday, April 20.

Hardly the most creative bank robber we’ve ever heard of, the suspect arrived at the 257 Spring St. Citizens Bank, with a ski-mask concealing his identity. Then he threatened the teller with an apparent handgun, demanded money, and escaped in a getaway car driven by another individual.

Less than a mile away from the Citizens, police say they found the stolen 1999 Jeep Cherokee that facilitated the suspect’s hasty departure. A small amount of money believed to be from the bank was left behind in a bag, and discovered by K-9 Officer Marco.

Police note their suspect is approximately 5-foot-6, thin, and wore a dark blue sweat shirt, a black ski mask, and baggy black pants during the robbery.

The department is especially interested in hearing from anyone who observed two men exiting a bright red Jeep Cherokee on Bradshaw Street near Hunewill Avenue Monday around 2 p.m.

Those with information on the crime they’d care to share with Medford Police can call 781-391-6770 or 781-391-6767.

Image via Medford Police

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