El Paso Police Hunt Serial ATM Thief Targeting Local Financial Institutions

EL PASO, Texas — The El Paso Police Department and Crime Stoppers of El Paso are appealing to the community for help in identifying a suspect involved in a rash of ATM thefts and vandalism targeting financial institutions across the city. The thief has reportedly stolen thousands of dollars and caused significant property damage.

According to police reports, the suspect has carried out multiple thefts, focusing on automated teller machines at various local institutions, including a Wells Fargo branch. In a related incident, surveillance footage captured men vandalizing an ATM at a credit union located in South-Central El Paso. The suspect's modus operandi has caused major disruptions and costly repairs for the affected banks and credit unions.

In an effort to generate leads, law enforcement has released clear surveillance images and video stills showing the suspect during the commission of the crimes. Crime Stoppers of El Paso has featured this case as the "Crime of the Week" to increase public awareness. Anyone with information on the identity or whereabouts of the suspect is urged to contact Crime Stoppers immediately. Information leading to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward.