XXXL bandit strikes again!

by khou.com staff
khou.com
Posted on August 11, 2010 at 3:17 PM
Updated today at 3:17 PM

HOUSTON—The FBI Bank Robbery Task Force is on the hunt for one really big suspect who allegedly robbed at least two Houston banks. The FBI said they nicknamed the suspect the XXXL Bandit because of his uniquely large stature.

The latest robbery occurred at the Associated Federal Credit Union located in the 16400 block of El Camino Real in southeast Houston on August 5.

Authorities said in the latest offense, the suspect entered the bank and struck up a conversation with one of the tellers shortly after 1 p.m. He then handed the teller a threatening note demanding money.

The teller handed over the cash and the suspect fled through an emergency exit in the rear of the Kroger store, where the bank was located. Authorities said they do not know if he used a getaway vehicle when he left. No one observed a weapon or was physically hurt.

Authorities said the XXXL Bandit is between 28 to 35 years old, stands 5 feet 10 inches to 6 feet tall and weighs 245 to 270 pounds. They describe the suspect as overweight with an unkempt appearance. He wore a dark baseball-type cap, blue tee-shirt, jeans and sunglasses.

The XXXL Bandit is also suspected in the robbery of the Wells Fargo located inside the Randall’s store located in the 2300 block of Clear Lake City Boulevard on July 12.

Crime Stoppers of Houston is offering up to $5,000 for information leading to the charging and arrest of this robber, or any felony suspect. If you have information about this crime, please call the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 713-222-TIPS (8477)


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