Merced County deputies looking for man accused of robbing a Hilmar bank

Merced County authorities are looking for a man accused of robbing a bank in Hilmar.

At about 2:39 p.m. Monday, deputies responded to the Westamerica Bank in Hilmar for a reported robbery, according to the Merced County Sheriff’s Office.

Authorities said an unidentified man entered the location and approached a bank teller demanding money.

After receiving the cash, the man fled the scene before deputies arrived.

The man was described as wearing a face mask, black beanie, gray T-shirt and khaki-colored pants.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Merced County Sheriff’s Office Investigations Bureau at 209-385-7472. Tips can remain anonymous, according to authorities.

This story was originally published April 19, 2023 at 7:06 PM.