The Southaven Police Department is actively searching for a suspect wanted in connection with an attempted bank robbery that took place earlier today. The incident occurred at approximately 7:25 a.m. on September 30, 2026, at the Renasant Bank branch located at 7500 Airways Boulevard within the city limits of Southaven, Mississippi. Upon receiving the call, Southaven Police officers responded to the scene. However, the suspect managed to flee the area on foot before law enforcement officers arrived at the bank. In response to the escape, officers immediately established a perimeter around the vicinity to secure the area and prevent the suspect from escaping further. A K-9 unit was deployed to assist in the search efforts. The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office provided significant support to the investigation, contributing ground personnel and utilizing its aviation unit to aid in tracking the suspect. Southaven investigators, along with Crime Scene personnel, are currently working the case, actively reviewing available surveillance footage to identify the individual and gather evidence. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue their search. The Southaven Police Department has issued a public statement regarding the search and is urging anyone with information regarding the incident or the suspect's whereabouts to contact them. The department is asking the community to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity or information that could assist in locating the wanted individual. No specific details regarding the suspect's physical description or identity have been released in the initial statement, but the focus remains on apprehending the person responsible for the attempted robbery.