police search for suspect in reported bank robbery

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published: September 29 2007 08:09 AM updated:: October 01 2007 11:05 AM

The Sevierville Police Department (SPD) is searching for a man suspected of robbing Sevier County Bank, 374 Forks of the River Parkway, at approximately 4:07PM today, Friday, September 28, 2007.

Witnesses described the suspect as a white male, wearing a dark blue shirt and pants similar to a mechanics outfit, and a dark blue baseball style hat and sunglasses. He was 5"10" - 6' tall, weighing 165-170 pounds, early to mid 30's in age, with a mustache and possibly a light beard.

The man reportedly handed a bank teller a note demanding money, and showed the teller a silver handgun located in the waistband of his pants. After being given an undisclosed amount of money, the man left the bank on foot.

There were no injuries reported.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is requested to call the SPD at 865-453-5506.

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