Police today released CCTV footage on the robbery of a private bank at Dharmapala Mawatha in Colombo 7 and sought public assistance to identify the suspect.

The suspect arrived at the bank early last morning wearing a helmet and carrying a firearm, and escaped with Rs.5.5 million.

Police said any related information could be conveyed to Slave Island OIC on 011 2384382 or to Slave Island Crime Division OIC on 011 2323330.