ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Investigators assigned to the Southern District Detective Unit are investigating two related citizen armed robberies that occurred within a short time frame on June 17, 2024, in Annapolis.
The first incident occurred at approximately 4:00 p.m. at the Truist Bank Bank, 2350 Solomons Island Road. The 38-year-old male victim returned to his car after visiting the bank when two male suspects approached him. One of the males was armed with a handgun. The victim raised his hands, and the suspects went through his pockets, taking money from him. The suspects fled in a dark-colored sedan.
The second robbery occurred at 4:35 p.m. at the Navy Federal Credit Union, 825 Bestgate Road. The 67-year-old male victim returned to his car after using the ATM when two male suspects approached him; each was armed with a handgun. The suspects demanded cash from the victim, who complied. The suspects fled in a dark-colored sedan. An officer spotted the vehicle, which fled from the officer. The officer pursued but was unable to apprehend the suspects.
Investigators assigned to the Southern District Detective Unit are investigating these incidents and ask anyone with information to contact 410-222-1960. Individuals wishing to remain anonymous are encouraged to call the Anne Arundel County Police Tip Line at 410-222-4700.
The Anne Arundel County Police Department encourages community members to follow the following precautions when withdrawing cash from banks or ATMs.
1. 𝐁𝐞 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬: Pay attention to anyone who may be observing your activities outside a bank or at an ATM.
2. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐤-𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬: Store cash in a discreet manner, such as in a purse or wallet, and avoid displaying bank bags or envelopes that may draw attention.
3. 𝐕𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞: Criminals often look for patterns, so it is advisable to change your habits regarding banking and cash withdrawals.
4. 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐯𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞: Ensure that your vehicle is locked, windows are closed, and valuables are not visible, reducing the likelihood of becoming a target.
5. 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲: If you notice someone acting suspiciously or believe you are being followed, report it to the police as soon as possible.
The Anne Arundel County Police Department’s 𝐧𝐨𝐧-𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝟒𝟏𝟎-𝟐𝟐𝟐-𝟖𝟔𝟏𝟎.
For crimes in progress, crimes of violence, or other emergencies, 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝟗𝟏𝟏.
