Dec 01, 2023

Pratt police make Friday robbery arrest

Posted Dec 01, 2023 7:47 PM

PRATT, Kan. — Pratt Police caught a robbery suspect Friday afternoon. 

According to a social media report, they located the man inside the lobby at People's Bank at 202 South Main and he was arrested immediately without incident.

The suspect was unarmed and cooperated with law enforcement.

He was taken to the Pratt County Jail and booked for robbery.

“I appreciate the quick response of our officers in handling the potentially dangerous situation," said Chief Nate Humble. "The calm exhibited by professional bank personnel and the quick response of your officers made this arrest very effective, with no one hurt.

Criminal charges are pending a complete investigation of the incident.

Chief Humble appreciates the assistance of the Pratt County Sheriff’s Office, Pratt County Dispatch and the Kansas Highway Patrol in the case. 

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