Robbery attempt at First Mennonite
On May 9 at approximately 5:44 p.m., Bluffton police were called to First Mennonite Church. Police report a 39-year-old woman was in the church when she was confronted by an unknown man.
The man approached her and demanded she hand over her money. The woman fled toward an escape and the man did not follow her. The man is described as approximately 6 foot, lanky build, wearing a long-sleeved shirt, gloves and a mask.
Anyone with information should contact Bluffton police at 419-358-2961.
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