EAST HAVEN — A bank robbery suspect was arrested minutes after fleeing the scene June 13, thanks to swift response by East Haven Police patrol units and detectives.
At approximately 3:23 p.m., officers were dispatched to M&T Bank, located inside Stop & Shop at 370 Hemingway Avenue, for a report of a bank robbery in progress.
Upon arrival, officers confirmed that the suspect had fled the scene and no injuries were reported.
According to bank staff, the suspect approached a teller and passed a handwritten note demanding cash.
The suspect was described as a male wearing a blue surgical mask and black winter hat.
The suspect did not display a weapon but implied a threat by stating, “I don’t want you to get hurt.”
Detective Jon Trinh quickly broadcasted a suspect description to surrounding units.
Minutes later, Officer James Hoye located a man matching the description walking northbound on High Street.
The individual was later identified as Kevin Curran, 52, of New Haven.
Curran was found in possession of a bag containing clothing and items matching the suspect’s description, along with cash, a handwritten robbery note, and several knives.
A positive on-scene identification was made, and Curran was taken into custody without incident.
He was charged with robbery in the second degree, larceny in the first degree, threatening in the second degree and breach of peace in the second degree.
Curran is being held on a $150,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in New Haven Superior Court on June 25.
