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Police searching for Flushing bank robber

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Cops are looking for a Flushing bank robber who took off with $500 Tuesday afternoon.

The robbery took place about 4:40 p.m. at a TD Bank, located at 56-50 Main St., police said.

After entering the bank, the suspect approached the teller, passed a demand note and fled westbound on Booth Memorial Avenue with the money, officials said.

Police describe the suspect as an Asian man, 17 to 25 years old, 5 feet 5 inches, with blond hair and a slim build. He was last seen wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt and a black baseball cap.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (800) 577-TIPS (8477). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website or can text their tips to CRIMES (274637), then enter TIP577. All calls are strictly confidential.

 

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