“Castaway Bandit” Wanted
FBI Phoenix March 29, 2011 |
PHOENIX—Phoenix FBI Special Agent in Charge Nathan Gray announced the FBI’s Bank Robbery Task Force is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the “Castaway Bandit.”
The Castaway Bandit presents the victim teller a note demanding money. He is described as a white male, 6’0”-6’3” tall, 180 lbs, 27-30 years old. He has worn a white “Gilligan”-style hat, dark sunglasses or large white framed sunglasses, and gloves.
Any information regarding the Castaway Bandit should be reported to Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS or to the FBI at 602-279-5511.
Robberies linked to the Castaway Bandit include:
03/10/11: First Fidelity, 7401 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale
03/16/11: First Credit Union, 475 N. Gila Springs Boulevard, Chandler
03/21/11: TCF Bank, 1990 E. Ray Road, Chandler
The FBI Bank Robbery Task Force is comprised of the Phoenix Police Department, Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, Mesa Police Department, and the Scottsdale Police Department.