‘Wrong Way Bandit’ Hits NuVision CU

COSTA MESA, Calif. – An armed robber believed responsible for as many as six area holdups hit a NuVision CU branch here Friday, police said.

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The robber is believed to be the so-called “Wrong Way Bandit,” who made for the exit during one heist, then suddenly changed his mind and exited through a door on the opposite end of the back.

In the credit union heist, the suspect reportedly entered the branch, displayed a handgun and threatened a teller with it, and demanded cash. The teller complied, giving the suspect an undisclosed amount of money.

The suspect was last seen running westbound through the parking lot.

 


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