Man sought in Houston bank robbery

HOUSTON – The FBI is seeking the public's assistance in catching the man who robbed a Houston bank.

At around 9:30 a.m. Thursday, witnesses say a man walked into the Compass Bank at 1217 W. 43rd St. and passed a threatening note to the teller.

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The FBI says the robber took an undisclosed amount of cash and left the bank on foot in an undetermined direction.

The suspect is described as a black male, about 6 foot 2, 250 pounds, wearing a blue cap, a black polo shirt and blue jeans.

Crime Stoppers of Houston will pay up to $5,000 for information on this robbery or any felony case.  If you have information about this crime, please call 713-222-TIPS (8477).