FBI asking for public's help to nab man who robbed N. Houston bank

HOUSTON (KTRK) -- The FBI is asking for the public's help to find a man who robbed a north Houston bank on Tuesday.

It happened a few minutes before 7am at the Wells Fargo Bank at 12894 North Freeway. Investigators say a man walked in with a sawed-off shotgun. After grabbing an undisclosed amount of money, the suspect fled on foot before getting into a black Mazda 626 with an unidentified person driving.

Police were able to arrest a man investigators believe served as a lookout. That man is now charged with bank robbery.

The armed robber is described as a black male, approximately 5 feet, 6 inches tall to 5 feet, 7 inches tall, with a medium build. He wore a blue one-piece jumpsuit, blue beanie pulled over face with eyes and some face exposed, and maroon Adidas shoes with white stripes.

Crime Stoppers 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) or the Houston FBI office at 713-693-5000.