Crime & Safety
Man Robs Bank on Sunrise Highway
Robber flees Capital One branch in Massapequa Park with stolen funds.
A man robbed a Capital One Bank on Sunrise Highway in Massapequa Park Thursday afternoon, Nassau County police said.
The robbery occurred about 1:27 p.m. at 5100 Sunrise Highway.
Police said the man approached the teller and handed her a note demanding money. He also claimed to have a gun. The teller complied and the man fled with an unknown amount of money. Seven employees and four customers were in the bank but no injuries were reported.
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The man is described as Hispanic, in his 30’s, 5’0”- 5’2” tall, stocky athletic build, clean shaven, medium olive complexion, wearing a NY Yankee baseball cap backwards, large reflective sunglasses, a dark long=sleeved crew neck knit shirt and pants.
Detectives ask that anyone with contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.
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