UPDATE: Westport Police announced a reward of up to $1,500 is being issued for the arrest of the unknown individual(s) being sought by law enforcement, pictured in the linked video (below).
Between Sept. 29, 2020 and Oct. 5, 2020, four robberies, including three bank robberies, occurred in Fairfield, Westport, Shelton, and Norwalk. All four robberies had very distinct similarities and video has been obtained and compiled as the respective agencies request the public’s help in identifying the unknown suspect(s).
A man made off with an undisclosed amount of money today at the People’s United Bank at Stop & Shop, 1790 Post Road East, police said. “The 12:41 p.m. robbery was carried out by a lone male who passed a note demanding money,” said Lt. Anthony Prezioso.
To view the video, click this link. Westport Police said, “We ask that you please pay particular attention to the clothing, mannerisms, eyes, and vehicle type of the pictured suspect.”
“No weapons were threatened or displayed in the commission of the crime,” he said. “The suspect did successfully obtain cash prior to leaving the scene in a waiting vehicle.”
He added: “The Westport Police Detective Bureau is actively investigating this incident in close coordination with several other local police agencies as well as with federal law enforcement officials.
Anyone with any information on this incident is asked to contact the Westport Detective Bureau at (203) 341-6080.
