Crime & Safety

Armed Robber Hits Buford-Area Bank

The suspect held up a note demanding money, then pointed a gun at the teller, police said.

Gwinnett Police released surveillance camera images of a bank robbery suspect who allegedly stole more than $1,500 from BB&T location near Buford.

The armed robbery was reported around 2:45 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, at the BB&T Bank at 3400 Buford Drive.

According to a GCPD news release:

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The male approached the front counter and held up a note to the teller. The note informed the teller that this was a robbery and he had a gun. The suspect presented a black revolver in his right hand and pointed it directly at the teller.

Police believe the man left the scene in a white four-door car, possibly a Hyundai.

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Suspect description

  • White Male 50-55years old
  • 200lbs-220lbs
  • Gray hair
  • Black ball cap with Starter emblem
  • Navy blue windbreaker
  • Dark pants
  • Thick framed brown or black glasses

If anyone has any information to share in this case, please contact the Robbery Unit at 770 513-5300. To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404 577-TIPS (8477) or visit www.crimestoppersatlanta.org. Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive up to $2,000 for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

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