Crime & Safety
Public Help Sought in Search for Newcastle Bank Robber
The King County Sheriff's Office released a security camera image of a man they claim robbed a Key Bank in Newcastle last week.
King County Sheriff's detectives say they are looking for a man who they believe robbed a bank in Newcastle last week.
According to a press release, the incident occurred around about 12:20 p.m. Friday, March 18 at the Key Bank at 6917 Coal Creek Parkway SE. The robber went up to a teller and gave her the robbery note, but didn't show or imply that he had a gun. The teller reportedly gave him money from the till and he left the bank on foot.
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King County Sheriff's deputies ad local police were not able to locate the man.
The man is described as a white male, about 6’ tall, thin build, and was last seen wearing a black jacket with a brown collar, black baseball cap, and light-colored jeans.
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If anyone recognizes the suspect they should call the King County Sheriff's Office at (206) 296-3311 (24 hours) or 9-1-1.
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