Police investigating attempted bank robbery

MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ONT. -- London police were called to the area of Wharncliffe and Baseline roads for an attempted robbery at the BMO branch.

Officers responded to the area around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday and were asking the public to stay away as they searched for a suspect.

A sign in the bank's window indicated they would be closed for the remainder of the day.

Police say no arrests have been made and the investigation continues.

Shortly after 9:30 a.m., police were notified of an attempted robbery in the area of Wharncliffe and Baseline roads. There are no reported injuries, and we’re asking members of the public to remain out of the area as officers continue to search for a suspect. #ldnont pic.twitter.com/5TloNoEEwv

— London Police Service ON (@lpsmediaoffice) December 30, 2020

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  A sign indicates the BMO branch on Wharncliffe Road in London, Ont. is closed Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2020. (Jim Knight / CTV News)