Wilmington Police searching for bank robbery suspect

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Wilmington Police are investigating a bank robbery.

It happened shortly before 12 p.m. on Thursday at the First Citizens Bank located at 1910 Eastwood Road.

When officers arrived, they were told a woman had passed a note to a bank employee demanding money.

The suspect is described as being completely covered in overgarments and wearing a teal head scarf.

Wilmington Police and the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office K9 unit are currently attempting to locate the suspect.

WPD has shared a photograph of the suspect.

Anyone with information should contact Wilmington Police.