The branch of Bank of Scotland in Bothwell Street.
A man has appeared in court in connection with an alleged armed raid at a bank in Dunfermline.
Matthew Davis faces charges of assault and robbery, carrying an offensive weapon and a charge under the Firearms Act 1968 relating to possession of a weapon adapted for the discharge of a noxious substance.
The 46-year-old made no plea and the case was committed for further examination.
He was remanded in custody.
Police swooped on the Bothwell Street branch of Bank of Scotland at around 9am on Monday morning.
A member of staff at a nearby business reported a “massive” police presence in the area.
Occupants of nearby buildings were told to lock their doors. It is understood Fife Council employees at New City House in Edgar Street were among those put on lock down, with staff told not to leave the building.
