Man robs bank, flees in taxi again

HOUSTON At approximately 12:25pm Tuesday, the suspect entered the Chase bank located at 3403 Richmond and walked to a teller counter. He handed the teller a note which stated he had a gun and demanded money. The teller provided him with some cash. He fled the bank on foot and was picked up by a minivan yellow cab. No one was physically hurt.

The robber is described as a white male, 35-40 years of age, approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall, about 170-180 pounds with a medium build, short brown hair and a fair complexion. During the robbery, he wore sunglasses on top of his head, a short-sleeved blue polo shirt and dark pants.

He is also suspected in the robbery of the Chase bank located at 4313 Montrose on September 2.

Crime Stoppers of Houston is offering up to $5,000 for information leading to the charging and arrest of this robber, or any felony suspect. If you have information about this crime, please call the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 713-222-TIPS(8477).