Brian Hamacher

Suspect in Hollywood Bank Robberies in Custody: FBI

A suspect in two separate bank robberies in Hollywood was taken into custody Friday evening, FBI officials said.

Tarrife Zane Chaplin, 28, was arrested after robbing the SunTrust Bank at 2001 Hollywood Boulevard around 5:30 p.m., officials said.

Chaplin, of Miami Gardens, was taken into custody shortly after exiting the bank, officials said.

Officials said they believe it was the second Hollywood bank Chaplin robbed on Friday.

The first robbery happened just after 9:30 a.m. at the Well Fargo at 1807 Young Circle, not too far from the SunTrust officials said.

Officials said the robber, who was dressed in black and carrying a large backpack, entered the bank and demanded money from an employee. Customers were in the bank at the time but no injuries were reported.

Chaplin is expected to make his first appearance in federal court on Monday. It's unknown if he's hired an attorney.

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