Fargo Police are investigating an armed bank robbery at Alerus Financial on 3137 32nd Ave. S.

The call came into police just before 8 Friday morning.

Authorities tell Valley News Live the suspect was wearing a red graduation gown and gloves when he robbed the bank. He passed the teller a note that said, "Give me money or I'll shoot."

It's unknown at this time if the suspect had a gun on him. Scanner traffic indicated the suspect got away with around $3,000.

The suspect is described as a black man in his 20s or 30s, about 5'8"-5'10".

Police K9s are in the area searching the the suspect. Authorities also say they're looking in dumpsters for the graduation gown to see if the suspect ditched it.

You're urged to stay away from the area. If you see anything suspicious, call police.