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Suspect on the run after Avon bank robbery

AVON, Ind. (WISH) – Police are looking for a suspect following a bank robbery in Avon.

According to dispatchers with Hendricks County, the PNC Bank in the 10000 block of East U.S. 36 in Avon was robbed just before noon.

Police describe the suspect as a white male, mid-to-late 30’s, heavy set, wearing a dark blue jacket, blue jeans, dark colored shoes, and a Colt hat.

Detectives are also investigating the possibility that the suspect is the same man responsible for the robbery of an Avon Circle K gas station on Jan. 22, 2016.

Police say in both crimes the suspect alluded to having a weapon, but did not show one. If you have any information contact CrimeStoppers at 317-262-TIPS (8477).