Man flees after attempted bank robbery in Lincoln County, authorities say
The suspect gave the teller a note, but did not take any money.
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DENVER, N.C. (WBTV) - A man attempted to rob a bank in Lincoln County on Friday evening, but left before taking any money, authorities say.
According to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO), the man entered a Fifth-Third bank in the 7400 block of East Cross Drive and walked up to a teller location, where he passed a note to the teller demanding money.
The man allegedly said he was armed, but did not display a weapon.
The teller read the note, but the man fled without taking any money.
The man was wearing a light blue shirt, a black hat, black pants, a face mask and gloves that covered his fingers.
Deputies were unable to get a vehicle description or direction of travel.
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