Authorities are searching for a man who they believe robbed a financial institution in Lafayette County Thursday, June 20.
According to City Administrator, Nicki Wilson, at approximately 1:35 p.m., a suspect entered the Bank of Odessa, approached the teller, and indicated he was armed, but did not display a weapon. He allegedly demanded cash, which the teller provided.
At this time the amount of money the suspect got away with is unclear.
The suspect is described as being a black male, approximately 6 feet tall, average build, wearing a red shirt with stripes, light colored jeans and a grey stocking cap.
Wilson said the suspect left on foot before entering an unknown vehicle, and authorities believe the suspect is no longer in town.
Authorities were able to get a partial license plate from the getaway vehicle.
Since the incident involved a financial institution, the FBI is now in charge of the investigation.
Anyone with information regarding this incident or the whereabouts of the suspect, is urged to contact the Odessa Police Department at (816) 633-7575