It happened around 12:53 p.m. at the branch located at 217 West Lehigh Avenue.
Police say the man handed a note to a teller, then fled on foot with cash.
The suspect is described as a Hispanic male in his late 20's or early 30's, 6'0" tall, approximately 200 pounds with a heavy build, bald or shaven head, with a closely cropped mustache and beard, wearing dark sunglasses, a black or dark heavy hooded sweatshirt with a grey lining and blue jeans.
No one was hurt during the robbery.
Anyone with information is asked to call the FBI at 215-418-4000 or the Philadelphia Police Department.
There may be a reward for information leading to the identification and apprehension of this subject. Tipsters can remain anonymous.
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