Police in the south suburbs were searching for whoever robbed two banks back-to-back on Friday, authorities said.
The first robbery was reported at 4:50 p.m. at the the Old National Bank, 1030 Dixie Hwy., in Chicago Heights. According to authorities, a suspect with a silver handgun made a verbal demand for funds before leaving the scene.
About an hour later, the same suspect is alleged to have robbed the Fifth Third Bank, 15533 S. Cicero Ave. in Oak Forest. According to police, a man entered the bank, displayed a silver handgun and requested money. The suspect fled on foot after obtaining cash.
Anyone with information was asked to submit a tip online at tips.fbi.gov or call 312-421-6700.
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