Police Believe “Local Man” May be Responsible for Tomball Bank Robbery

The Tomball Police Department and FBI Bank Robbery Task Force need your help in identifying a man who robbed the BBVA Compass Bank located at

1111 West Main Street

in Tomball, Texas, earlier today.

The man first entered the bank around 11:45 a.m. and asked to open an account. However, he left after he claimed to have forgotten his identification card. The man re-entered the bank around 1:18 p.m., wearing a different shirt. This time, the robber held up a demand note to one of the tellers. The teller complied and the man got away with some cash. He was observed on foot near downtown Tomball. No weapon was observed during the robbery. No one was physically hurt. The bank’s surveillance cameras captured a picture of the man during the robbery.

The robber is described as a Hispanic or white male, approximately 5’5” tall, about 160 pounds with a medium build. He wore a red hat, Wrangler brand blue jeans, a khaki shirt, and boots. He also wore thick prescription glasses. Police believe the robber may be from the local area.

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 Tomball Police Department at 281-290-1390 or the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 713-222-TIPS (8477).