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FBI wants to find pistol-packing robber
05:24 PM CST on Wednesday, November 19, 2008
The FBi in Houston is looking for a bank robber who they say pointed a gun at employees and customers of a Cypress bank on Wednesday.
FBI and Crime Stoppers photo
The bank robber hit a bank in Cypress.
The ordeal occurred at around 9:55 a.m. at the Bank of America located at 13250 Grant Road in Cypress.
The feds say the thief walked into the bank, approached a counter and pointed a black, semi-automatic handgun at the teller while demanding money.
According to the FBI, the thief then placed a black cloth bag on the counter and continued to point his pistol at the teller with his finger on the trigger.
The man reported received the money and then pointed his pistol at other employees in the bank and demanded more money.
The man then fled on foot, according to authorities.
The “Reckless Robber” is described as being between 35 to 45-years-old, 5’11 to 6’, 200 to 230 pounds with an average to stocky build.
He had light brown hair and a mustache, which was spray painted silver, possibly in an attempt to disguise his identity, according to authorities.
FBI and Crime Stoppers photo
Cameras caught the man dubbed as the 'Reckless Robber' in the act.
During the robbery, the thief reportedly wore a dark colored jogging suit and dark sunglasses.
The FBI said he was armed with a black, semi-automatic handgun.
Crime Stoppers is offering up to $5,000 for information leading to the charging and arrest of the “Reckless Robber”. If you know anything about the case call Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS (8477), or the Houston office of the FBI at (713) 693-5000.
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