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Suspect robs bank while wearing red wig, now wanted by FBI

Posted at 12:38 PM, Apr 05, 2019
and last updated 2019-04-05 13:38:13-04

YUKON, Okla. — FBI agents are searching for a suspect who was captured on surveillance footage robbing a bank while wearing a red wig.

Agents said the suspect entered the RCB Bank in Yukon at approximately 9:30 a.m. Friday, verbally demanded money from bank employees and received an undisclosed amount.

Officials said the suspect made it known to employees that he was in possession of a weapon, but no injuries were reported.

The suspect was described as a man in his late 60's, was of medium build, and wearing a red wig, sunglasses, blue jeans, a black shirt and a black jacket, officials said.

Officials said the suspect was also carrying a black canvas bag.

The Oklahoma Bankers Association is offering a $2,000 reward, agents said.

If you have any information on this bank robbery, you are asked to contact the FBI at 405-290-7770 or at Tips.FBI.gov.

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