Martinez Police Release Photos of Bank Robbery Suspect

MARTINEZ, Calif. (KCBS) - Martinez police are asking for the public's help in locating a man suspected of robbing West America Bank on Sept. 8.

The police released two images (below) captured by a security camera at the time of the robbery, around 3:12 p.m. They believe the robber, a white man in his mid-20s, is responsible for another bank robbery in Lafayette on Sept. 2.

In the Martinez robbery, the suspect showed the teller a robbery note and flashed a black pistol. He fled on foot carrying a bag with an undisclosed amount of money.

Police say the suspect is 5'6", has a slim build, short brown hair and no facial hair. He was last seen heading towards an apartment complex just south of the Nob Hill Shopping Center.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Martinez Police Sgt. Jon Sylvia at 925-372-3450, or to contact the Lafayette Police Department.