Armed robbery suspect allegedly detained 2 bank workers

(Source: Pima County Sheriff's Department)

TUCSON, AZ (Tucson News Now) - Authorities ask for the public's help in identifying an armed robbery suspect who targeted a northwest side Hughes Federal Credit Union early this morning.

Foothills District deputies responded to the scene in the 7900 block of N. Thornydale Road and learned the suspect forced entry into the credit union before it opened, according to a news release.

He allegedly detained two employees and ran away with an undisclosed amount of cash. No injuries were reported.

Police described the suspect as a Hispanic man who wore a grey mask, a black hooded sweatshirt, a green jacket, jeans and carried a blue backpack.

Anyone with information on the suspect's identity is urged to call 911 or 88-CRIME.