M&T Bank robbed at Fox Run Shopping Center in Bear

M&T Bank at Fox Run Shopping Center, U.S. 40 and Route 72 (Photo: Google maps)
M&T Bank at Fox Run Shopping Center, U.S. 40 and Route 72 (Photo: Google maps)

BEAR, DELAWARE (9/22/2015) A man robbed the M&T Bank branch at the Fox Run Shopping Center on Monday, the Delaware State Police reported today.

The crime happened about 11:25 a.m., when the man approached a teller with a demand note for cash. The woman turned over an undisclosed amount and the robber fled, leaving behind a backpack.

Troopers evacuated the bank until he police bomb squad determined it posed no danger.

There were no injuries, police said.

The robber was describe as white, 35-40 years old and about 6-feet-1. He was wearing a red and grey striped shirt, shorts and sneakers.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Steven Rizzo at 302-365-8440.

Tips also may be submitted anonymously through Delaware Crime Stoppers, which offers rewards, at 800-847-3333 or www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com.

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