2nd UPDATE |
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Police are continuing to search for the suspect accused of robbing the First Commonwealth Bank in Johnstown Wednesday afternoon.
Authorities say the suspect reportedly fled the scene in the direction of Osborne Street.
On Thursday, police released additional photos of the suspect, as well as nearby surveillance video of him fleeing the scene.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Johnstown Police Department at 814-472-2100.
UPDATE |
Johnstown police are searching for the above pictured individual in connection to an armed bank robbery late Wednesday morning.
Authorities say the suspect reportedly robbed the First Commonwealth Bank, located at Franklin and Osborne streets, around 11:45 a.m. after displaying a weapon and fled the scene with an undisclosed amount of cash.
The unidentified suspect is described as white male, approximately 5 foot, 9 inches tall.
Police are asking nearby residents to check any home surveillance cameras for footage of the suspect.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Johnstown Police Department, at 814-472-2100, or the JPD tipline.
ORIGINAL |
Authorities say Johnstown police are investigating an alleged bank robbery that occurred Wednesday.
Officials say the situation triggered a temporary shelter in place at local schools.
Details are limited but a heavy police presence could be seen at the First Commonwealth Bank, located at Franklin and Osborne streets.
Officials at Greater Johnstown School District say their high school, middle school and Park Ave. location were temporarily put into 'shelter in place' protocol.
Police have not yet provided any information regarding a suspect(s) and it is unknown if anyone has been taken into custody.
A 6 News crew is on scene. Stay with us online and on-air for further updates to this developing story.
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