# Maryland police arrest bank robber who used stolen cat as an accessory

Police in Maryland arrested a suspect allegedly attempting to rob a bank while carrying a stolen cat. Authorities say the suspect tried to use the cat as an accomplice during the crime. The cat, unharmed, was returned to its owner.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jul/15/maryland-bank-thief-cat) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:00:49 GMT