FBI seeks identity of Sport Bike Bandit bank robber
The FBI is trying to identify the "Sport Bike Bandit," at least one man responsible for robbing seven Southern California banks, including one in Rancho Palos Verdes.
Investigators have not determined whether the bandit works alone or with others. He got his name after a takeover robbery in 2008 in which he wore a black or dark red motorcycle helmet, colored bandana and black sunglasses.
The crimes began in July 2008 in Long Beach. They have occurred at banks in Long Beach, Pasadena, Los Alamitos, and at the Union Bank at 20 Miraleste Plaza in Rancho Palos Verdes.
Witnesses said the man walks into the bank, pulls a gun, orders customers and bank employees to the floor, and robs the bank.
He was seen fleeing on a red or burgundy sport-type motorcycle. His helmet possibly has black or orange shiny tape on it.
He was described as white or Latino, 30 to 40 years old, 5 feet 5 to 5 feet 8 inches tall, 150 to 160 pounds.
He has a small to medium build, a deep voice without an accent, and light skin.
Anyone with information should contact the FBI at 1-888-CANT-HIDE or 1-888-226-8443.
Investigators have not determined whether the bandit works alone or with others. He got his name after a takeover robbery in 2008 in which he wore a black or dark red motorcycle helmet, colored bandana and black sunglasses.
The crimes began in July 2008 in Long Beach. They have occurred at banks in Long Beach, Pasadena, Los Alamitos, and at the Union Bank at 20 Miraleste Plaza in Rancho Palos Verdes.
Witnesses said the man walks into the bank, pulls a gun, orders customers and bank employees to the floor, and robs the bank.
He was seen fleeing on a red or burgundy sport-type motorcycle. His helmet possibly has black or orange shiny tape on it.
He was described as white or Latino, 30 to 40 years old, 5 feet 5 to 5 feet 8 inches tall, 150 to 160 pounds.
He has a small to medium build, a deep voice without an accent, and light skin.
Anyone with information should contact the FBI at 1-888-CANT-HIDE or 1-888-226-8443.
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