'Takeover Terror': Cops say violent bank robber fires gun in one heist; attacks teller in another
WANTED IN KING COUNTY -- The King County Sheriff's Office is searching for a violent bank robber on the run. The guy in the photos is accused of pulling-off a series of bank robberies, the first on January 16 at a Key Bank in Newcastle. Detectives say the suspect most recently robbed the Sterling Savings Bank in Burien on June 8. King County Sgt. Katie Larson says, "These are 'take-over' robberies where the suspect is not afraid to control both customers and employees. The suspect is escalating in violence. He fired a gun at one branch and struck a bank teller with his fist in another." He's considered armed and dangerous. If you recognize this accused violent bank robber on the run, call an anonymous tip into: CRIME STOPPERS: 1-800-222-TIPS You must call the Crime Stoppers hotline with your tip to be eligible to receive a cash reward for information leading to a fugitive’s arrest. CLICK HERE for information on how to TEXT A TIP to Crime Stoppers