2 employees killed in U.S. Bank robbery in Berea, suspect at large
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Two bank employees were shot and killed during a robbery at a Kentucky bank on Thursday, and police are still searching for the suspect.
A man wearing a gray-and-white hoodie, gloves and a mask walked into a U.S. Bank branch in Berea and opened fire, killing a male and female employee, Kentucky State Police spokesman Trooper Scottie Pennington said.
“They are our people who work in our community, and they are no longer with us,” Pennington said. “We currently have some leads and are trying our best to bring this evil individual to justice.”
State police posted the suspect’s photo on social media. He is believed to be approximately 6 feet tall and fled the scene toward East Chestnut Street.
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Kentucky State Police have released a photo of a suspect wanted in connection with the deadly bank attack in Berea. (Kentucky State Police)
Authorities said it was unclear whether the suspect then fled on foot, in a vehicle or with help.
Pennington declined to say whether anything was stolen during the robbery.
Law enforcement, including local police, state police and the FBI, are searching for the suspect using helicopters, drones and K-9 units.
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Kentucky State Police are leading the investigation into a deadly bank shooting in Berea, authorities said. (Scotty Perry/Bloomberg)
“If you see something strange and you don’t feel good about it (you know your dogs are acting strange) call us,” Pennington said.
Police said local schools were temporarily quarantined and the students were later returned to their families.
US Bank said it is working closely with law enforcement and supports those affected.
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Kentucky State Police are searching for a suspect following a deadly shooting at a bank in Berea. (Lexington Herald-Leader/Contributor)
“We are deeply saddened by the tragic incident that claimed the lives of two of our employees at our Berea, Kentucky branch earlier today,” the company said in a statement. The statement was included. “Our hearts go out to the families of the victims, our colleagues and the entire Berea community.”
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
