Bank robbed in Meridian, again

By Brian Livingston

blivingston@themeridianstar.com

Citizen’s National Bank next to Hardees was robbed by a lone suspect making this incident the seventh bank robbery in the city this year.

Meridian Police Department detectives are searching for the suspect, said to be a black male who was wearing a black coat with a light colored vest. The suspect was not wearing a mask and authorities are currently interviewing witnesses inside the bank and reviewing video tape to try and get a more accurate picture of the suspect.

MPD Det. Sgt. Steven “Chad” Johnson said at about 1:30 p.m. the suspect walked into the bank, approached a teller and demanded money.

“He did not produce a weapon,” said Johnson.

The suspect fled east on foot. Patrolmen searched the area for almost two hours without making contact with the suspect.

If you have information pertaining to this alleged crime you can call Crime Stoppers at 601-485-1860. Your name will be kept confidential.