Gilroy Police Intensify Search for Armed Bank Robbery Suspect

Gilroy, CA – Local authorities are appealing to the public for assistance as they intensify their search for an armed suspect responsible for a brazen bank robbery that shook a Gilroy Bank of America branch last Friday morning. The incident, which saw a handgun brandished and cash stolen, has prompted a full-scale investigation by the Gilroy Police Department.

The alarming event unfolded around 9:45 a.m.

on Friday, October 27, 2023, at the Bank of America situated at 7070 Camino Arroyo. According to police reports, a lone male suspect entered the financial institution, immediately creating a tense atmosphere. Witnesses described a scene where the perpetrator swiftly made his intentions clear, brandishing a black handgun and demanding money from the bank tellers.

After successfully obtaining an undisclosed amount of cash, the suspect wasted no time in making his escape.

He was last seen fleeing the scene on foot, leaving behind a shaken staff and a building now at the center of a police manhunt. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries during the robbery, a detail that officers have emphasized in their updates.

Investigators have released a detailed description of the individual they are urgently seeking.

The suspect is described as a white male, believed to be between 20 and 30 years old, with a thin build, standing approximately 5 feet 8 inches to 5 feet 10 inches tall. At the time of the robbery, he was fully disguised, wearing a black hoodie, black pants, a black mask, a black baseball cap, and black gloves.

The presence of a black handgun was also a distinguishing feature of his attire and actions.

The Gilroy Police Department's Investigations Bureau has taken the lead on this case, with Detective Catalina Rivas spearheading the efforts to apprehend the suspect. Authorities are urging anyone who might have witnessed the robbery, seen the suspect in the vicinity before or after the incident, or possesses any information that could be relevant to the investigation, to come forward.

Community members are encouraged to contact Detective Rivas directly at 408-846-0335.

Alternatively, anonymous tips can be submitted through the P3 Tips app or by calling the Crime Stoppers hotline, ensuring that all avenues for information gathering are explored in the pursuit of justice. The police emphasize the importance of public cooperation in resolving such serious crimes and ensuring the continued safety of the Gilroy community.