In-progress bank robbery thwarted, suspect arrested - New York News | NYC Breaking News

In-progress bank robbery thwarted, suspect arrested

Posted: Updated:
PHOENIX -

A man who attempted to rob a Wells Fargo bank near Central and Lincoln Thursday afternoon was caught red-handed.

Police say the suspect walked into the bank and handed the teller a demand note. The teller stalled in giving him money, which allowed officers to arrive on scene and surround the building.

When the suspect tried to make a run for it, he had no where to go but into a squad car.

"When he looked out the door, he probably saw a lot of police cars, and us setting up, and he just came right out and surrendered," says Phoenix Police Officer Darius Potts.

Potts says units were already in the area when the call came in.

The suspect's name has not yet been released.

  • Local NewsLocal News

  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 9:13 AM EDT2013-06-19 13:13:21 GMT

    A car crashed into a building on 2nd Avenue and East 4th Street in the East Village on Wednesday morning.  At least eight people were injured, three in serious condition, according to FDNY officials.

    A car jumped the curb on 2nd Avenue and East 4th Street in the East Village on Wednesday morning injuring eight people. Witnesses say the Nissan was traveling at a high speed before it took out the store front, trees, bicycles, a light post and a fire hydrant.

  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:39 AM EDT2013-06-19 12:39:37 GMT
    Former investigators of the TWA Flight 800 crash off Long Island are calling on the National Transportation Safety Board to re-examine the case.
    Former investigators of the TWA Flight 800 crash off Long Island are calling on the National Transportation Safety Board to re-examine the case.
  • Natura Salmonella Risk

    Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:30 AM EDT2013-06-19 12:30:41 GMT
    Natura Pet Products is voluntarily recalling all Innova, California Natural, EVO, Healthwise, Mother Nature and Karma branded dry pet food and biscuit, bar, and treat products with expiration dates prior to June 10, 2014, because of a positive Salmonella test.
    Natura Pet Products is voluntarily recalling all Innova, California Natural, EVO, Healthwise, Mother Nature and Karma branded dry pet food and biscuit, bar, and treat products with expiration dates prior to June 10, 2014, because of a positive Salmonella test.
Powered by WorldNow
Didn't find what you were looking for?
All content © Copyright 2000 - 2013 Fox Television Stations, Inc. and Worldnow. All Rights Reserved.
Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Ad Choices