Witness chases crook after robbery at an ATM

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Courtesy: SWFL Crime Stoppers

BONITA SPRINGS, Fla.- Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help identifying an unknown man, who robbed a woman immediately after she withdrew cash from a Bonita Springs ATM.

According to detectives, the victim withdrew $200 at the Suncoast Schools Credit Union ATM,  in the 25,000 block of Chamber of Commerce Drive, shortly after 2:30 p.m. on January 10th.

As she was walking back to her car, an unknown light-skinned Hispanic male grabbed the money from her hands and ran to a grey Toyota or Honda waiting nearby.

A witness to the crime chased after the suspect, but eventually lost him as he sped off behind the shopping center. The suspect is believed to be in his early 20s, approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall, 190 pounds, with a short beard.

Anyone with information on the identity and whereabouts of the suspect is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS (8477).  All callers will remain anonymous and will be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.  Tips may also be made online at www.swflcrimestoppers.org or by texting a tip to CRIMES (274637) Keyword: REWARD

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