(McKEAN COUNTY, Pennsylvania: June 6, 2024):  District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer reports that an investigation into a bank robbery is in progress. 

The suspect has been taken into custody and there is no danger to the community. 

Earlier today, officers were alerted to be on the lookout for a stolen vehicle out of NY.  Subsequently, they were notified that an Eldred bank had been robbed and the vehicle description given by witnesses matched the description of the stolen vehicle earlier reported. 

An Officer observed the vehicle and attempted a traffic stop. The vehicle refused to stop and led police on a high-speed chase before crashing the vehicle near Rew Hill. 

Officers with Smethport, Port Allegany, Pennsylvania State Police, Bradford City Police, Foster Township Police, and Bradford Township Police responded along with City of Bradford Fire and Ambulance crew and the City K9.  The investigation is ongoing by the Pennsylvania State Police. 

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