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Victims Identified in Deadly Kentucky Bank Robbery as Manhunt Continues

Victims Identified in Deadly Kentucky Bank Robbery as Manhunt Continues

Summary

Two employees were killed during a bank robbery at a U.S. Bank branch in Berea, Kentucky. Police are searching for the shooter, who fled after a car chase and crashed his vehicle; he is considered armed and dangerous.

Key Facts

  • The shooting happened on Thursday afternoon at a U.S. Bank in Berea, Kentucky.
  • The victims were Breanna Edwards, 35, and Brian Switzer, 42, both employees of the bank.
  • The suspect is a masked man about 6 feet 3 inches tall, wearing a light-colored hoodie, gray pants, dark gloves, and light athletic shoes.
  • Police tried to stop the suspect's car but he fled, leading to a chase ending in a crash near Lexington.
  • Authorities are searching the area with helicopters, drones, dogs, and going door to door for information.
  • Local schools nearby were put on lockdown for safety and students had to be picked up by parents.
  • U.S. Bank expressed sadness and is working with law enforcement and supporting the victims’ families.
  • The FBI and local police are helping state police in the manhunt.
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