'Black Panther' director Ryan Coogler mistaken as bank robber

Black Panther director Ryan Coogler broke his silence on being mistaken as a bank robber following his arrest by police.

During his conversation with Variety, the 35-year-old filmmaker reflected on the incident when he went to withdraw $12,000 from his bank in Atlanta.

Since the amount exceeded $10,000, a superior was notified as the teller thought Coogler was attempting to rob the bank.

"This situation should never have happened. However, Bank of America worked with me and addressed it to my satisfaction and we have moved on," he told the magazine.

“We deeply regret that this incident occurred. It never should have happened and we have apologized to Mr. Coogler," Bank of America shared its statement with CNN.

Coogler and two of colleagues who were waiting outside the bank were arrested by the police.