Crime

26-year-old man suspected of attempted bank robbery in Desert Hot Springs

By Jesus Reyes

Published December 17, 2024 1:05 PM

A 26-year-old man was arrested after an attempted bank robbery Monday afternoon in Desert Hot Springs.

The incident happened at the Chase Bank on Palm Drive and Hacienda Avenue.

Police said they were called out to the bank at around 2:25 p.m. after a man, identified as Angel Ayala, presented a demand note a teller.

Ayala was still at the bank when officers arrived at the scene, DHSPD confirmed. He was taken into custody without incident.

Ayala was in court on Wednesday, where he pled not guilty to an attempted robbery charge.

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