A bank robbery occurred at a Chase Bank in Bakersfield on Wednesday, where the suspect claimed to have bombs strapped to his body. The FBI has taken over the situation, which involves hostages being held inside the bank.
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Bank robbery in Bakersfield results in hostage situation
A hostage situation is ongoing at a Chase Bank in Bakersfield, where a suspect has claimed to be armed with explosives. The FBI is currently managing the incident.
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Original Headline
Bakersfield bank robber ‘with bombs strapped to him’ still barricaded with hostages — as FBI takes over
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Bank robbery in Bakersfield results in hostage situation