Falls Church Bank Robbed Not Long After Opening

A gun wielding bank robber made away with an undisclosed amount of money from a City of Falls Church bank Thursday possibly on a bicycle.

Police said the man walked into the at 603 W. Broad St. just after 10 a.m., pulled a handgun with a long barrel on the teller and demanded money.

The man, described as a black male with a stocky build, was wearing a black and red nylon running suit, police said. The man is believed to be about 6 feet 2 inches, police said.

Anyone who has information about this robbery or the identity of the suspect is asked to call the Falls Church Police Department at 703 241-5050, or Detective Sgt. Ed Lancaster at 703-248-5063 (TTY 711).  Sgt. Lancaster can also be reached by email at elancaster@fallschurchva.gov.