RCMP search for suspect after Kelowna bank robbed

Kelowna RCMP officers are investigating after a man robbed a bank in Kelowna’s Mission area Friday morning.

On July 31, just after 10 a.m., RCMP received a report of a bank robbery in progress at the RBC branch located on Pandosy Street.

“All available RCMP resources flooded the immediate area to search for the suspect,” Cpl. Jocelyn Noseworthy, Kelowna RCMP spokesperson, said. “Front-line officers were supported by the Police Dog Services on the ground, and the RCMP air services helicopter from above.”

Noseworthy said witnesses told police the suspect entered the bank and produced what appeared to be a handgun and demanded cash.

He fled the scene with an undisclosed amount of money.

“Officers are conducting a coordinated search for the individual and are asking the public to report any suspicious activity immediately,” Noseworthy said. “Please do not approach or attempt to stop this person if you believe you have seen him.”

The suspect is described as male, wearing a dark baseball cap, sunglasses, a grey hoody and a mask.

Anyone with any information about the crime can contact the Kelowna RCMP at 250-762-3300. Or remain completely anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or by leaving a tip online at www.crimestoppers.net.