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Fullerton bank robbery suspect behind bars

Saturday, March 24, 2012
Officers apprehend a man suspected of robbing an Opus Bank branch on West Orangethorpe Avenue in Fullerton on Friday, March 23, 2012.

Officers apprehend a man suspected of robbing an Opus Bank branch on West Orangethorpe Avenue in Fullerton on Friday, March 23, 2012. (KABC Photo)

A man suspected of robbing a bank in Fullerton was caught by police.

Authorities say 47-year-old Jason Archuleta robbed the Opus Bank on West Orangethorpe Avenue on Friday.

Witnesses told police they saw Archuleta throw cash on the ground and take off some of his clothing as he was running away. It appeared that a dye pack went off.

Officers quickly caught Archuleta behind a business near the bank.

If you have any information about the suspect or the robbery, you're urged to contact the Fullerton Police Department at (714) 738-6716.

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