Suspect robs Euclid bank with fake bomb

EUCLID, Ohio (WOIO) - The FBI says a man robbed a bank Tuesday with a fake bomb.

It happened around 12:40 p.m. at the Fifth Third Bank in the 22400 block of Lakeshore Blvd.

According to the FBI and Euclid police, a man walked into the bank and waited in line before placing down a note and shoebox.

He allegedly told the teller a bomb was inside the box.

The FBI says he got away with cash, abandoning the so-called bomb, which they later determined was fake.

He reportedly fled in a blue Chevy Impala with no tags, heading south toward Cleveland.

Here’s how the FBI describes the suspect:

• Approximately 50 to 60 years of age
• Approximately 5-foot-10, medium build
• Wearing a tan track suit jacket with stripes down the sleeve and matching pants
• White sneakers
• Blue latex gloves
• A Covid mask
• Black hat
• Glasses
• Carrying a black bag

Anyone with information is asked to contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or Euclid police.