Roanoke Rapids police have set up a dragnet around the area of the Becker Drive Roanoke Rapids Savings Bank following a robbery this afternoon.

Police say the suspect, who they are declining to give a description, passed a note demanding the money.

The robber was given an undisclosed amount of money, and left the bank heading south toward Julian R. Allsbrook Highway behind Becker Village Mall. The suspect took the note with them.

As of this report, police were waiting on a canine unit to arrive.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Captain O.L. Morgan at 252-326-4320 or Crimestoppers at 252-583-4444.