The man walked into the Bank of America branch at 3408 S. 23rd St. about 3:30 p.m. Thursday, detectives said. He handed the teller a note demanding cash, was given an undisclosed amount of money and left, police reported. The bandit was captured on the bank’s surveillance cameras.

The robber was described as white, about 45 to 50 years old and 5 feet 7 to 5 feet 9 inches tall. He had a medium build, a thick gray mustache and short hair. He wore a navy blue sweatshirt, blue jeans and a Seattle Mariners baseball hat.

Tacoma-Pierce County Crime Stoppers is offering up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest and charges filed in the case. Callers can remain anonymous. Reach Crime Stoppers at 253-591-5959. You can also send police a tip via e-mail through Crime Stoppers’ Web site: www.i91.ctc.edu/crimestoppers.

Stacey Mulick, The News Tribune