Homepage / Portland News
E-Mail News Alerts
Get breaking news and daily headlines.
Browse all e-mail newsletters

FBI Seeks 'Waddling Bandit' Robbery Suspect

POSTED: 3:54 pm PDT October 25, 2007
UPDATED: 4:35 pm PDT October 25, 2007

A $10,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a man the FBI calls the "Waddling Bandit."

Investigators believe the man has robbed as many as 20 banks in the past two years. They nicknamed him the "Waddling Bandit" because of the way he walks.

The banks he is suspected of robbing stretch from Kelso, Wash., to Medford in southern Oregon.

FBI officials said he has never shown a weapon, and that he has worn a hat in all of the robberies.

In about half of the robberies, he targets bank branches inside grocery stores.

Authorities said the man may also be diabetic and may have a gambling habit.

The man is described as white, in his 50s, 5 feet 10 inches tall and between 200 to 250 pounds. He has a heavy build and has dark or gray hair, authorities said.

Anyone with information on his identity is asked to call 503-224-4181. In Salem, call 503-362-6601.

Links We Like
Sponsored Content
Acupuncture, massage, or other complementary therapies could manage your type-2 diabetes. Find out whether they can help you. More

Having a tough time selling you home? Check out the five reasons why you may be having trouble and find professionals who can help. More

The first step in reducing debt is recognizing how much you have. Let us help you with the rest and get out from under your debt in 12 months. More

You’ve heard of certain foods that can help you prevent cancer and even halt the spread of the disease. Find out if these anti-cancer foods really work. More

Sponsored Links

Health Topics & Information

Many seemingly healthy foods are actually bad for your heart. Learn how to replace the imposters with nutritionally rich foods. More