Authorities seek Lakewood bank robbery suspect

Photo courtesy of the Lakewood Police Department.
An armed man robbed a bank in Lakewood Monday morning, authorities said.
The suspect entered the Santander Bank at Route 70 and Shorrock Street shortly before 9:40 a.m, according to a release from the Lakewood Police Department.
In a bank surveillance photo provided by the department, the man is seen holding a black pistol and dressed in a blue zip hoodie, a black cap, and black and white gloves. His mouth and nose are covered.
He fled in an unknown direction after receiving an undisclosed amount of money.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Det. Eric Cicerello at (732) 363-0200 x5344.
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