FBI looking for 'The Badly Beaten Bank Bandit'

Authorities think the man was beaten before the holdup on Tuesday at a Prosperity Bank branch. (FBI) Authorities think the man was beaten before the holdup on Tuesday at a Prosperity Bank branch. (FBI) Image 1 of / 3 Caption Close FBI looking for 'The Badly Beaten Bank Bandit' 1 / 3 Back to Gallery

A man accused of robbing a north Houston bank appeared to have been struck in the face prior to the holdup, the FBI said.

The suspected robber, dubbed by investigators as "The Badly Beaten Bank Bandit," hit the Prosperity Bank branch in the 2300 block of Yale about 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, FBI agents said.

He handed the teller a threatening note, then pulled out a pistol and demanded cash. He ran away after employees handed him an undetermined amount of money, FBI agents said.

The suspected robber is 19-25 years old, with dirty-blonde hair and some facial hair. He is about 5 feet 10 inches tall and has a slim build.

He wore a baggy green T-shirt with the words "HERO Lifesaver" on the front.

The tellers noted the man's obvious facial injuries. He had bruises, a split lip and a left eye that was nearly shut, FBI agents said.

Crime Stoppers will pay up to $5,000 for information leading to his capture. Call 713-222-TIPS.