Chelmsford Bank Robbed At Gunpoint On Friday, Cops Investigating

CHELMSFORD, MA — Police in Chelmsford are investigating the robbery of the Eastern Bank branch on Chelmsford Street.

In a news release, police said the robbery happened just before 2:30 p.m. on Friday in the 290 block of Chelmsford Street.

According to the release, a man clad in all black and wearing a motorcycle helmet and American flag neck gaiter entered the bank, flashed a black revolver gun and demanded cash from bank tellers.

The man was seen on security camera footage leaving the bank on a black Honda CBR motorcycle. Police said the bike did not appear to have any distinct markings nor a visible license plate.

The robber is described as standing approximately 5-foot-10 and weighing around 230 pounds. He was wearing black shoes, black pants and a black hoodie. He also had on a black motorcycle helmet and black gloves and was carrying a black backpack.

Anyone who recognizes the bank robber or has information about the incident is asked to contact Chelmsford Detective Brian Ubele at 978-256-2521. Anonymous tips can also be submitted by texting "CHELMSFORDPD" to 847-411.