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Halton police seek suspect in relation to bank robbery in Burlington

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Halton police are appealing to the public to help identify the suspect accused of robbing a bank in Burlington.

Police say a lone male suspect entered the Royal Bank of Canada on 15 Plains Rd. East. around 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday.

The suspect allegedly demanded cash before leaving the bank from the back door and fleeing the area on foot.

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Investigators describe the suspect as a Black male in his late teens or early twenties who is about five feet and 10 inches tall.

He has a skinny build and was last seen wearing dark clothing.

Officers are asking anyone with information about this case to contact them at 905-825-4777 ext. 2316.