The FBI is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest of a man who robbed two Chicago banks at gunpoint on Monday. The first robbery took place at Huntington Bank on West Fullerton in Lincoln Park at 9:32 a.m. The suspect brandished a handgun, demanded money from the teller, and escaped on foot. Just a few hours later, at 12:06 p.m., he struck again at Fifth Third Bank on North Broadway in Edgewater.
According to the FBI, the robber is described as a man of unknown race wearing a dark face covering, a dark hoodie, dark pants, and dark shoes with white soles. He was also carrying a red drawstring bag during the robberies. The agency is urging anyone with information to come forward and help in apprehending the suspect.
If you have any tips or information regarding the bank robberies, you can contact the FBI’s Chicago office at 312-421-6700. Remember, the FBI is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the suspect.
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