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September 5th, 2014
09:05 PM ET

Manhunt under way for "AK-47 Bandit" wanted in a string of bank robberies

A national manhunt is under way for the so-called "AK-47 bandit."

A man seen on new surveillance video is wanted in a string of bank robberies across the country. Police say he could strike anywhere.

The suspect is considered very dangerous. He's heavily armed and is usually seen wearing a sheriff's vest.

Authorities believe he has a police or military background and now they are bracing for a potential shootout.

Kyung Lah is OutFront with the story.
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