Man robs bank wearing George Bush mask

By Agencies - For the second time in just more than a month, a Central Texas bank is robbed by someone wearing what police are calling a "George Bush" mask.

Austin police are looking to the public for help in identifying a man who robbed the Compass Bank at 4100 North Lamar Blvd.

Witnesses said an armed man entered the bank around 5 p.m. and demanded money. Police were told he was wearing a "George Bush" mask.

The man got away with an undisclosed amount of cash before running away. Investigators said he left the scene in a black four-door vehicle in an unknown direction.

The suspect is described as:

- Approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall to 5 feet 7 inches tall

- Heavy build

He was last seen wearing a Boston Red Sox cap, dark sunglasses and gloves.

This is the 30th bank robbery in Austin this year.

Meanwhile, APD Robbery detectives continue investigating the case.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Robbery tip line at (512) 974-5092, Crime Stoppers at (512) 472-TIPS or text "Tip 103" + your message to CRIMES. You may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000 if your tip leads to an arrest or charges being filed.