FBI searching for thieves who robbed armored truck at gunpoint in Blue Island

BLUE ISLAND, Ill. (WGN) — Agents from the FBI’s Chicago Field Office are searching for answers this weekend after thieves robbed an armored truck at gunpoint in south suburban Blue Island on Friday afternoon.

Agents said the armed robbery unfolded just before 4:30 p.m. outside of a U.S. Bank located in the 11900 block of Western Avenue.

According to the FBI, the robbery was conducted by three individuals who were armed with guns, though it is unclear how much money was stolen.

Following the robbery, the group fled the scene in a car.

On Saturday, agents shared surveillance photos of the individuals who are believed to have been responsible for the robbery.

Agents said the perpetrators are believed to be in their late teens to mid-20s and were spotted wearing dark-colored sweatpants, hooded sweatshirts, black facial coverings and light grey gloves.

Agents did not provide details on what was stolen during the robbery and no injuries were reported.

Anyone with information on the robbery is asked to call the FBI’s Chicago Field Office at 312-421-6700.

Those with information that could help agents in their investigation can also submit tips at tips.fbi.gov. Tips can be submitted anonymously.