Police Arrest ‘Well-Dressed Bandit’ Wanted In 10 San Diego Heists

SAN DIEGO – A finely attired man suspected of committing 10 San Diego-area robberies – including four at credit unions – was arrested on Wednesday.

Processing Content

Police believe the suspect, identified as Anthony Burgess, is responsible for a 16-month spree of heists committed by a thief nicknamed the “Well-Dressed Bandit”' by investigators due to his tendency to wear a dark suit, leather jacket or scarf during his crimes.

Among the holdups were Aug. 2 and April 6 robberies at Mission FCU branches, and Feb. 11 and June 17 holdups at Point Loma branches.

 


For reprint and licensing requests for this article, click here.
MORE FROM AMERICAN BANKER
Load More