Gary Fishlock, 64, was caught on camera trying to rob a bank with a vape. (CPS via SWNS)
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This is the bizarre moment a "desperate" man tried to rob a bank at a shopping mall — armed with a vape.
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Gary Fishlock after being arrested. (Kent Police via SWNS)
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Fishlock walks into the bank. (CPS via SWNS)
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Fishlock hands the robbery note to the employee. (CPS via SWNS)
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