Bank robbery suspect with knife and red backpack sought


The audio reports a confirmed bank robbery at 305 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The suspect is a black male around 5'6" and late 40s, wearing a black shirt, blue jeans, and a black hat. He may have a kitchen knife and a red backpack. The direction the suspect fled is unknown.
Audio|Source: NYPD Citywide 2
01:7
Transcript:
(Name withheld) now the 1115 hours authority of the 13th sergeant, calling the level one[1] in regards to a confirmed bank robbery. No pass. Mobile Point is 305 7th Avenue, looking for a black male wearing a black shirt with a possible design, blue jeans, black hat, late 40s, approximately 5'6. No direction of flight. Suspect may be armed with a kitchen knife and wearing a red backpack.
Police codes explained
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[1]
level one: Serious incident requiring additional police response
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Location mentioned:
Near 7th Ave, New York, NY 10001
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