A bank robber who held up a South of Market Wells Fargo bank Friday afternoon was arrested soon after the heist, according to police.
The 39-year-old suspect was arrested at approximately 12:10 p.m. Friday near the intersection of Brannan and Third streets after entering a Wells Fargo bank and demanding money.
After he fled with cash, bank employees flagged down a nearby police officer who apprehended the alleged robber.
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