Hidden tunnel leading to Florida bank uncovered during sinkhole investigation

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Wednesday, January 30, 2019
The FBI is investigating after an underground tunnel was discovered leading to a bank near a South Florida shopping center.
The FBI is investigating after an underground tunnel was discovered leading to a bank near a South Florida shopping center.

PEMBROKE PINES, Florida (KTRK) -- The FBI is investigating after an underground tunnel was discovered leading to a bank near a South Florida shopping center.

Drivers in Florida thought they were running over a pothole, but it turned out to be a hidden underground tunnel.

Police found it after drivers reported hitting a large hole.

Authorities believe the tunnel may lead to a nearby bank.

The entrance to the hole was covered by a piece of wood and it stretched nearly 50 yards.

The FBI has joined in on the investigation.