In the early hours of Friday morning, an ATM was stolen from a gas station convenience store on Staten Island. The theft occurred at around 2:10 a.m. at a gas station on Victory Boulevard. According to the police, four suspects arrived in a white van and proceeded to remove the ATM from the location. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported as a result of the theft.
The NYPD is currently seeking any information that may lead to the apprehension of the suspects involved in the burglary. Those with relevant information are encouraged to contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477), or for Spanish speakers, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Tips can also be submitted through their website or via direct message on Twitter, @NYPDTips. It is important to note that all calls made to the hotline are kept confidential.
This incident marks yet another in a string of criminal activities that have taken place in the city in recent months. The theft of ATMs is a troubling trend that has been on the rise, prompting concerns amongst residents and business owners.
The NYPD is urging members of the community to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity that may be related to these types of crimes. Authorities are also advising businesses to take extra precautions to secure their ATMs and prevent further thefts.
As the investigation into this latest incident continues, the NYPD is hopeful that members of the public will come forward with any information that may aid in the apprehension of the individuals responsible for the theft.
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