Robber Caught “Red Handed:” Police

Authorities say the red dye pack exploded on the suspect as he was leaving the Center City bank

Philadelphia Police say they have a person in custody for the robbery of Republic Bank at 16th and Market Street on Tuesday.

The person was located at 18th and Callowhill just before 1:00 p.m., police confirm to NBC10. The identity of the suspect hasn't been released.

Witnesses say as the suspect ran from the Republic Bank, a red dye pack exploded.

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