Detectives from Major Crimes Bureau are investigating two bank robberies that occurred shortly after 2 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 20. The first bank robbery occurred at the Bank of America located at 8096 Rolling Road in Springfield. The second bank robbery occurred at the Suntrust Bank located at 9400 Richmond Highway. During both robberies, the suspect implied a gun, demanded cash, and left the bank on foot. He was only able to obtain cash from the second bank. The suspect appeared to be the same in both robberies. The suspect is described as a black man in his 20s, 5β10β, thin to medium build, wearing a grey zip-up hoodie and dark pants.
If you recognize the suspect, or if you have any information about this crime, contact Major Crimes Bureau at 703-246-7800. Tips can be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers by visiting http://www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org, or calling 1-866-411-TIPS. They can also be sent in via text by texting βTIP187β plus the message to CRIMES (274637). Text STOP to 274637 to cancel, or HELP to 274637 for help. Message and data rates may apply. Anonymous tipsters are eligible for cash rewards of $100 to $1,000 if their information leads to an arrest.