ELGIN, Ill. (STMW) — The first sign police had that someone had robbed a northwest suburban bank branch Friday was when an officer driving past noticed a pile of smoking currency in the street.
The lone man who had robbed the Chase Bank at 24 E. Chicago St. in Elgin at 2:08 p.m. apparently threw down the money when a dye pack hidden inside exploded in his hand.
Police later arrested Michael Broome, 35, who the officer said is believed to be homeless.
Deputy Police Chief Jeff Swoboda said Friday that the suspect was arrested about an hour after the robbery in the area of State and National streets.
The robber entered the bank, presented a note and told employees he had a gun, FBI spokeswoman Cynthia Yates said.
He demanded money and fled with an undisclosed amount.
The man had not been charged as of 9 a.m. Monday, Yates said.
He was arrested after an Elgin police officer saw noticed he matched the description of the robber.
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