Surveillance footage from the ATB in Trochu, Alta shows a lone suspect holding a gun during an alleged armed robbery on Jan. 30, 2020. (Supplied/RCMP)

By Josh Hall (Twitter: @Vancan19)

one suspect sought

Bank in Trochu held up at gunpoint on Thursday

Jan 31, 2020 | 6:54 AM

Police in Three Hills are asking for public assistance in identifying the lone suspect who held up the ATB financial institution in Trochu.

It was Thursday, Jan. 30 at approximately 11:30 a.m. when Three Hills RCMP received a report of an armed robbery at the Trochu Alberta Treasury Branch (ATB).

Surveillance footage from the ATB in Trochu, Alta shows a lone suspect holding a gun during an alleged armed robbery on Jan. 30, 2020. (Supplied/RCMP)

According to police, a male in disguise entered the ATM area where he removed what is believed to be a firearm from a Red Husky duffle bag. The suspect then entered the branch and demanded money from an employee. The male suspect fled with an undisclosed amount of money, and no one was injured.

Three Hills RCMP advise that this person is considered armed and dangerous.

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If you have information regarding this incident or the identity of the suspect, contact Three Hills RCMP at 403-443-5539 or your local police.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.