Attempted Gulf Shores Bank Robbery as Schools Enter Lockdown

Gulf Shores Schools Lock Down After Local Bank Robbery

UPDATED: On September 11, 2024 at 1:57 PM, Officers responded to a bank robbery that was reported at The First Bank, 205 East 20th AVE.

The bank employees informed the officers that a man approached a bank teller and handed her a note demanding money. He did not show a weapon.

The bank teller questioned the note, and the suspect exited the bank running south on foot without any money.

Witnesses reported seeing the suspect coming from the wooded area near E 16th AVE and E 2nd ST.

As a precaution, Gulf Shores City Schools were placed on a lock down while officers checked the area.

The Baldwin County Sheriff's Office, Orange Beach Police Department, ALEA and Gulf State Park Rangers assisted in the search while K9's and drones were deployed.

The suspect is described as a white male, 5'10 -6'2" tall, average build. He was wearing a black hoodie, black pants and black shoes with white soles. He wore a neck gaiter pulled up over his face. He may have tattoos on his arms.

The FBI and detectives from the Gulf Shores Police Department are investigating.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Gulf Shores Police Department at 251-968-2431. You can remain anonymous.

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