An elderly man caught on surveillance camera robbing a San Diego-area bank may look like the Geezer Bandit but based on his height, it’s not likely the same person.
The so-called Geezer Bandit, is believed to have been involved in 15 bank robberies throughout California.
Five years after his first robbery, the Geezer Bandit has not been caught.
So on Monday, when FBI officials released images of the elderly suspect in a recent San Diego-area bank robbery, there were questions. Could this be the work of the Geezer?
The man, dressed in a wide-brimmed hat and blue blazer, handed over two different demand notes to the teller behind the counter at the Union Bank on Bernardo Center Drive.
It was just before 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 14.
He had a small pistol and put an item with wires and an antenna on the counter that he claimed to be an explosive device.
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He also said he wanted a certain amount in specific denominations.
Before leaving the bank, the man put the cash into a purple duffel bag.
The blazer may be considered gray, officials said. Other details in his description included a silver watch worn on the left wrist and a purple zip-up sweater under the blazer.
He’s believed to be in his mid to late 60’s and stands between 5-foot 5-inches to 6-foot tall.
Here’s where the description varies from the Geezer Bandit. The wanted fugitive is considered 60 to 70 years old and is believed to be 5-foot 11-inches to 6-foot tall.
There is a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the Geezer Bandit.
Anyone with information on Friday's robbery can contact the FBI (858) 320-1800 or submit a tip via the Internet or call Crime Stoppers at telephone number (888) 580-8477.
