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DENVER -- The Denver Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Rocky Mountain Safe Streets Task Force are searching for Timothy McGlothin, 41, who is believed to be one of the “Hoppin Hooded Bandits.”  They seek the public's help in finding him.

McGlothin, and his accomplice, Joshua Licona, were indicted by a federal grand jury in Denver on Jan. 6. McGlothin is a fugitive from justice and remains at large, and Licona was arrested and is currently in federal custody.

The FBI Rocky Mountain Safe Streets Task Force is investigating a pattern of bank robberies in which the robbers have been dubbed the “Hoppin’ Hooded Bandits.” He is described as a black male, 5 feet 7 inches, 150 pounds, black hair and brown eyes. He is considered armed and dangerous.

Anyone with information pertaining to McGlothin is asked to contact law enforcement immediately. A monetary award is possible if anyone has information pertaining to the “”Hoppin’ Hooded Bandits,” which leads to their arrest and conviction.  Tips pertaining to metro area bank robberies can be called into the FBI Rocky Mountain Safe Streets Task Force at 303-629-7171. 

Both defendants were indicted by a federal grand jury in Denver on the charge of armed bank robbery. The first count alleges that the two used a handgun to rob the Bank of Denver, located at 800 East 17^th Ave. in Denver.  he second account alleges that the two used a handgun during and in relation to a crime of violence, in furtherance of that crime, namely the armed bank robbery in count one. 

If convicted of count one, McGlothin and Licona face not more than 25 years in federal prison, and up to a $250,000 fine. If convicted of count two, using a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence, in furtherance of that crime, the defendants face not less than seven years, not more than life imprisonment, mandatory consecutive to any other sentence opposed by the court. They also both face a fine of up to $250,000 for count two.

This case is being investigated by the FBI and the Rocky Mountain Safe Streets Task Force. The task force includes the FBI, the Aurora Police Department, the Colorado State Patrol, the Denver Police Department, the Lakewood Police Department, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and the Federal Protective Service.

The charges are only allegations, and the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Any questions regarding the charges or subsequent prosecution should be directed to Jeff Dorschner, with the United States Attorney’s Office, District of Colorado, at 303-454-0243.

Questions pertaining to McGlothin should be directed to the FBI Denver Division Media Coordinator Dave S. Joly, at 303-629-7171.