By Olivia Scheck
DNAinfo Reporter/Producer
MANHATTAN — Police have released a photo of a man suspected of robbing two banks and attempting to rob a third.
The alleged thief was unsuccessful during his first heist about 2:15 p.m. on June 17, when he entered a Chase at Park Avenue near 33rd street and demanded cash, according to the NYPD.
He pretended to have a gun, but the teller refused to hand over the money and he fled empty-handed, police said.
The next day, the suspect allegedly struck again, holding up the Citibank at 4 Columbus Circle about 12:40 p.m., according to the NYPD. This time he was successful, making off with an unknown amount of cash, police said.
He allegedly robbed the Capital One bank at 21 University Pl. 10 days later, according to cops.
The suspect is described as between 40 and 45 years old, standing between 5-foot-6 and 5-foot-9, with a medium build.
Anyone with information in regards to these incidents is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website or by texting their tips to 274637 (CRIMES) then enter TIP577. All calls are strictly confidential.
