A bank in Lakewood is held up just as the business day begins, and a search ensues for the suspect.

Lakewood bank robbery suspect
Lakewood bank robbery suspect (Lakewood Police)
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The robbery occurred at 9:40 AM in the Santander branch on Route 70 at Shorrock, according to township police.

Authorities so far say only that the suspect had a weapon and ran off in an undetermined direction.

Still unanswered are how many workers and customers were in the branch at the time. Police also have not issued a full description.

Detective Eric Cicerello is leading the investigaiton. He can be reached at 732-363-0200, ext 5344.

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