2 employees killed in US Bank robbery in Berea, suspect at large
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Two financial institution employees had been shot and killed throughout a robbery at a Kentucky financial institution on Thursday and police are nonetheless on the hunt for the suspect.
Trooper Scottie Pennington, a spokesperson for Kentucky State Police, mentioned a person sporting a gray-and-white hoodie, gloves and a masks entered a US Bank department in Berea and opened hearth, killing a female and male worker.
“They’re our people that work in our community, and they’re no longer with us,” Pennington mentioned. “At this time we do have some leads, and we’re trying our best to bring this evil person to justice.”
State police launched a photograph of the suspect on social media. He is believed to be about 6-foot-3 and fled the scene towards East Chestnut Street.
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Kentucky State Police launched a picture of a suspect needed in reference to a lethal financial institution capturing in Berea. (Kentucky State Police)
Authorities mentioned it stays unclear whether or not the suspect later escaped on foot, in a automobile or with help.
Pennington declined to say whether or not something was taken through the robbery.
Law enforcement agenciestogether with native police, state troopers and the FBI, are trying to find the suspect, utilizing helicopters, drones and Okay-9 models.
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Kentucky State Police are main the investigation right into a lethal financial institution capturing in Berea, authorities mentioned. (Scotty Perry/Bloomberg)
“If you see something strange and you don’t feel right about it — you know, your dogs are acting weird — call us,” Pennington mentioned.
Police mentioned native faculties had been quickly positioned on lockdown, with college students later launched to their parents.
US Bank mentioned it’s working carefully with law enforcement and supporting these affected.
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Kentucky State Police are trying to find a suspect following a lethal capturing at a financial institution in Berea. (Lexington Herald-Leader / Contributor)
“We’re deeply saddened by the tragic event that took the lives of two of our employees at our Berea, Kentucky branch earlier today,” the corporate mentioned in a press release. “Our hearts go out to the families of the victims, our colleagues and the entire Berea community.”
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
