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Elderly Woman Accused of Bank Robbery Returns Money, Surrenders to Police

Police say the woman acted alone and no threat remains as charges are reviewed and FBI Birmingham assists the investigation.

  • On Friday, an elderly woman allegedly robbed a Regions Bank on Odum Road in Gardendale, Alabama, then voluntarily surrendered to the Gardendale Police Department and returned the stolen cash.
  • According to Gardendale Police, the woman allegedly entered the branch around 9:03 a.m. and presented a note demanding money. Police believe she acted alone during the incident.
  • The woman's caregiver was notified, and police said the situation is being handled "appropriately." FBI Birmingham is assisting local investigators with the ongoing inquiry.
  • A Regions Bank spokesperson confirmed everyone on site remained safe, and authorities stated there is no ongoing threat to the public with no injuries reported.
  • Charges against the woman are under review as the investigation continues, though authorities have not released her identity. Regions corporate security is working with police on the case.
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Elderly woman accused of bank robbery returns money, surrenders to police

An elderly woman is under investigation after allegedly robbing a bank in Alabama and then quickly turning herself in, police said.

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Elderly woman allegedly robs bank, goes directly to police station to return money

Authorities said there is no ongoing threat to the public.

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Elderly woman robs bank, turns over money to police

Police say a woman reportedly robbed a bank in Alabama before turning the money over to law enforcement.

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