Authorities Investigating Attempted Bank Robbery In Morristown

MORRISTOWN, NJ — Morristown police are investigating what officials believe was an attempted robbery at a Bank of America branch last week.

At approximately 3:32 p.m. Friday, police were dispatched to the bank at 188 South St. after a reported robbery attempt, according to Morristown Public Safety Director Michael Corcoran Jr.

A bank assistant manager told officers that a man approached a teller and handed over an envelope under suspicious circumstances. Although the note inside was illegible, the teller, concerned by the man’s behavior and appearance, activated the bank’s silent alarm.

No weapons were displayed and no threats were made during the encounter, Corcoran said. The man fled the scene on foot toward Elm Street.

The suspect is described as a heavy-set white male, approximately 50 to 60 years old. He was wearing a black hooded jacket, black jeans, an N95 mask, gardening gloves and black boots. He was also carrying a black fabric briefcase, police said.

Patrol units conducted a thorough search of the surrounding area, but the suspect was not located. No injuries were reported, and no money was taken.

As of Wednesday morning, no arrests had been made. The incident is currently being classified as suspicious activity, and the Morristown Police Department is continuing its investigation.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Morristown Police Department Detective Bureau at (973) 538-2200.