Bank robber sought
Cape Coral Police are investigating a bank robbery that happened at the Busey Bank at 2524 Del Prado Boulevard just before noon Thursday.
The robber was armed with a handgun and threatened bank personnel and patrons before fleeing on foot in a southwesterly direction, officials said.
He is described as a clean-shaven, 35-40 year old white male, possibly of Hispanic or Arab descent, 5-foot 10 inches to 6-feet tall, weighing 220-230 pounds. He was wearing black pants, a black shirt and had a towel over his head and possibly had pantyhose over his face to conceal his identity. Witnesses told investigators his head may be shaved.
Patrol, detectives, K9 and aviation units are in the area and officials encourage business owners and residents to be on the lookout for anyone out of the ordinary or anyone suspicious.
Anyone with any information on the location or identity of the suspect is asked to contact the Cape Coral Police Department at 239-574-3223.
You can also submit an anonymous tip. Go to www.capecops.com/tips or text a tip- text CCPD+”Your Message” to CRIMES (274637), or call Crimestoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS.