Police investigating bank robbery in Jeannette; suspect sought

JEANNETTE, Pa. — Authorities in Jeannette are searching for the person who robbed a bank Thursday afternoon.

Police said the robbery took place around 12:30 p.m. at the Huntington Bank on Clay Avenue.

The suspect passed a note to the teller demanding cash but showed no weapons, authorities said. No injuries were reported.

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Police said the man fled on foot and may be operating a small silver SUV.

He’s described as a white man in his mid-20s and early-30s who is about 5 feet 8 inches tall with a stocky build. He was wearing a gray Steelers hoodie and blue jeans at the time of the robbery.

Officers said they are currently obtaining video footage from nearby businesses to assist in the investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to call Jeannette police.

WPXI