Robbery of First American Bank Branch in Chicago

An armed robbery took place this morning at a First American Bank branch located at 11821 South Western Avenue in Chicago. A lone male, armed with a handgun, entered the bank shortly after 9:30 a.m. and announced a robbery. Witnesses reported he was approximately 5’10”-5’11” tall and was wearing dark clothing, a dark cap, and sunglasses. The handgun used in the robbery was described as a silver revolver. After demanding and receiving cash from bank employees, the robber left the bank on foot. There were no reports of injuries associated with the robbery.

Information and downloadable photos from today’s robbery can be found at www.bandittrackerchicago.com.

Anyone with information about this robbery, or any of the other robberies featured on the Bandit Tracker website, is asked to contact the Chicago Office of the FBI at 312-421-6700, or local law enforcement.