Crime & Safety
Suspect Sought for Armed Robbery at Woburn Bank
The FBI is offering a $10,000 reward to anyone who provides information leading to the identification and arrest of the suspect.
The FBI is offering a reward of $10,000 to anyone who helps them identify and capture the man responsible for robbing a Woburn bank at gunpoint.
On Saturday, Sept. 5, around 12:30 p.m., a male suspect, nicknamed “The Incognito Bandit,” verbally demanded cash from two tellers at the Citizens Banks at 6 Russell Street in Woburn.
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Employees say the suspect brandished a semi-automatic handgun before fleeing the bank on foot.
The caucasian suspect is described as having a Boston accent and is approximately 5’11’’ to 6’1’’ in height. He weighs approximately 150 to 160 pounds and has a slender build.
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Additionally, the man was wearing a dark hoodie and dark pants, sunglasses, gloves, and a face mask. He used socks to cover his shoes.
The FBI will issue the reward to anyone who provides information leading to the identification, arrest, and prosecution of the person responsible for this robbery.
Officials say the man is considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information should call the FBI Boston Division’s Bank Robbery Task Force at 1-617-742-5533. Tips can also be submitted electronically at tips.fbi.gov.
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