Accused Bank Robber Admits to Smoking Crack Before Heist

Police chase ends in crash after Broward man robs TD Bank, FBI says.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 9:26pm

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

An extreme close-up photograph of a crumpled bank note against a pitch-black background, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually illustrating the physical evidence from a bank robbery.A dramatic close-up of the physical evidence from a bank robbery exposes the gritty reality of drug-fueled crime.Lauderhill Today

A 56-year-old Broward County man has been arrested and charged with robbing a Plantation bank after leading police on a chase that ended in a crash. According to an FBI arrest report, the suspect, Tommy Duwayne Dennis, admitted to authorities that he stole $600 from a TD Bank while high on crack cocaine and wrote a note to the teller demanding money.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in dealing with drug-fueled crimes and the need for greater mental health resources and support in the community. Bank robberies can traumatize victims and disrupt local businesses, raising concerns about public safety.

The details

Dennis allegedly entered the TD Bank, handed the teller a note demanding money, and fled with $600 and a bait bill tracker. Police spotted Dennis driving a red Kia Soul and attempted multiple PIT maneuvers to stop the vehicle, which eventually crashed into a home in Lauderhill. Dennis was taken into custody and admitted to authorities that he had been "smoking crack all day" and "lost his judgment" before committing the robbery.

  • On April 10, 2026, Dennis allegedly robbed the TD Bank in Plantation.
  • Police pursued Dennis, leading to a chase that ended in a crash in Lauderhill.

The players

Tommy Duwayne Dennis

A 56-year-old Broward County resident who admitted to robbing a bank while high on crack cocaine.

TD Bank

The bank that was robbed by Dennis in Plantation, Florida.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“This is a robbery, give me the money, and no one will get hurt.”

— Tommy Duwayne Dennis, Alleged Bank Robber

“I was smoking crack all day and lost my judgment and made a mistake.”

— Tommy Duwayne Dennis, Alleged Bank Robber

What’s next

Dennis is facing federal bank robbery charges and could face 10 to 25 years in prison if convicted.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for greater mental health resources and support in the community to address the root causes of drug-fueled crimes and prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.