Police posting flyer about robbery

Published 1:00 am Tuesday, January 19, 2016

Police are searching for new leads in the Saturday morning armed robbery at the Regions Bank ATM on Jackson Avenue.

A flyer is being circulated around town with further information in the 5:12 a.m. incident.

According to OPD Maj. Jeff McCutchen, the victim was approached by a black male who came from behind the bank. He was wearing dark clothing and had a red bandana over his face. As he approached he pointed a weapon at the victim and demanded money. He was given money and then he fled the scene.

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“We are working with the bank to gather photos,” he said. “Once we have some we will make them available. If you have any information please contact us 662-232-2400 or CrimeStoppers at 662-234-8477.”