FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 21, 2007

POC: Ken Lucas, Federal Bureau of Investigation
704-331-4555

Charlotte, NC---The First Citizens Bank, located at 6342 Carmel Road, was robbed Tuesday at approximately 4:00p.m.

The suspect, seen in the attached photos, is described as a white male, approximately 5' 6" tall, 140-150 pounds, age 25-30 years old. He is further described as having olive colored skin, and wearing a brown wool type hat, and tan jacket.

According to statements, the suspect presented the teller with a note and no weapon was seen.

Investigators from the FBI's Safe Streets Task Force responded to the robbery and are still investigating. The FBI's Safe Streets Task Force is comprised of agents, officers, and detectives form the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department, Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office, the North Carolina Probation and Parole, and other law enforcement agencies.

Anyone with information regarding the robbery or the suspect, please contact the FBI at 704-377-9200.