Update April 10

On Thursday, April 10, Sequim Police Department released photos from surveillance video of a suspect who allegedly robbed the Sequim Kitsap Bank a day prior.

Police describe the Caucasian male as standing about 6’ tall with a gray beard and heavy build.

He was wearing a blue mask during the robbery.

They ask the public to contact the Police Department at (360) 683-7227 or email ContactSPD@sequimwa.gov if the suspect is recognized or if additional details can be provided about the incident.

Photo courtesy Sequim Police Department/ On April 10, Sequim Police Department released screenshots of video surveillance of a man who is alleged to have robbed Kitsap Bank in Sequim on April 9. Police describe the Caucasian male as standing about 6’ tall with a gray beard and heavy build.

The Sequim Police Department, with ongoing assistance from the FBI, continues to investigate.

Staff report that officers continue to collect and examine evidence, review surveillance footage, and conduct interviews with witnesses.

“We appreciate the expertise and resources provided by the FBI to enhance the investigation,” Det. Sgt. Darrell Nelson wrote in a press release.

“We greatly appreciate the cooperation and assistance we have received from Kitsap Bank staff, neighboring businesses, and the broader community. Your involvement is crucial in reinforcing our collective efforts to ensure public safety.”

Police Chief Mike Hill said in an interview Thursday that the alleged robber took a few thousand dollars.

Photo courtesy Sequim Police Department/ On April 10, Sequim Police Department released screenshots of video surveillance of a man who is alleged to have robbed Kitsap Bank in Sequim on April 9. Police describe the Caucasian male as standing about 6’ tall with a gray beard and heavy build.

Amber Burton, marketing officer for Kitsap Bank, wrote in an email that the branch was closed on Thursday.

“In support of our employees at the Sequim branch, we have made the decision to close today, April 10, 2025, and counseling services have been made available to the Impacted employees,” she said..

Burton said they are fully cooperating with authorities in their investigation.

“Our primary concern is the safety and well-being of our employees and clients, and we’re thankful that no one was injured,” she said.

The Sequim branch is expected to resume normal operating hours tomorrow, Friday, April 11, Burton said, and the branch’s Interactive and ATM services were available during the Thursday closure.

Original story, April 9

An unidentified suspect remains at large Wednesday night after robbing Kitsap Bank at 1320 W. Washington St. in Sequim earlier in the day, according to Sequim Police Department detectives.

Det. Kyle Resser said law enforcement responded to an alarm call at the bank at 3:30 p.m. April 9 to discover bank employees outside.

A man wearing a blue face mask and armed with pepper spray requested cash from a teller, and sprayed the inside of the bank, Resser said.

Police report he fled the scene on foot and eyewitnesses said he may have proceeded to a vehicle and left the vicinity.

Resser said the suspect took an unknown amount of money.

Sequim Police Department, Clallam County Sheriff’s Office deputies, and a Port Angeles Police Department canine officer searched the area but were unable to find the suspect.

No injuries were reported, police detectives said, and there appears to be no immediate threat to the public’s safety.

Clallam County Fire District 3 staff report they were requested to bring a fan to air out the bank so that law enforcement could commence their investigation inside.

Isaac Turner, an employee at nearby T-Mobile, said he and a coworker saw law enforcement surround the bank around 3:40 p.m. and they were later told it was a robbery.

They saw officers and the canine officer searching the area, so they stayed inside for about two hours until the scene cleared out.

Staff at Walmart, another nearby store, said they were not advised to go into lockdown by law enforcement.

Resser said detectives will follow up through the night seeking better video of the suspect to help with his identification.

The FBI has been notified, responded to the scene, and is assisting in the investigation, Sequim Police staff report.

With pertinent tips, contact Sequim Police Department at (360) 683-7227 or via email at ContactSPD@sequimwa.gov.