Bank robbers confess to March holdup at First Coast Community Bank

Fernandina Beach Police Department Press Release

Chance Tyler Bennett (L), Mandy Elizabeth Hagen (R)

On March 4, 2013 the First Coast Community Bank was robbed by a lone male suspect. A joint investigation by members of the Fernandina Beach Police Department and the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office ensued and less than thirty minutes after the robbery the suspects were located.

As a result of the joint investigative effort, Chance Tyler Bennett was found hiding in the back of a mini-van driven by his female accomplice, Mandy Elizabeth Hagen. Both were arrested on charges of Armed Bank Robbery.

Since the initial arrest, Fernandina Beach detectives and the State Attorney’s Office have been working to coordinate a strong case to present in court.

With evidence mounting against the suspects, both pled guilty to their charges last week. Bennett pled guilty to Armed Robbery and Hagen pled guilty to Conspiracy to Commit Armed Robbery. Hagen pled to a seven year prison sentence and Bennett was sentenced to eight years.

November 25, 2013 2:00 p.m.