July 15, 2015

Robbery of BB&T Bank Branch in Ft. Lauderdale

The FBI is releasing photographs from a bank robbery that took place on July 15, 2015, at approximately 11:50 a.m. at the BB&T bank branch at 1451 W Cypress Creek Rd. in Ft. Lauderdale.

A robber entered the bank, displayed a weapon, and demanded money from a bank employee. There were no shots fired and no injuries. Money was taken, but the amount will not be released at this time. The robber is believed to have fled the area in a silver Volkswagen Jetta.

Note: Investigators do not believe this is the Filter Bandit.

The bank robber, pictured below, is estimated to be 6’2” tall.

Anyone who has information as to the identity of this bank robber is urged to call the FBI at (754) 703-2000 or Crimestoppers.