In one incident in a series of burglaries in Chicago's Jefferson Park neighborhood, a person used a blow torch in an attempt to open at ATM that was located outside, police said.
According to officials, the person used a blow torch and pry tools in an attempt to open an ATM located outside in the 5300 block of North Elston Avenue on Aug. 29 at 12:46 a.m.
In two other incidents, people smashed the glass door or window of a business to enter, police said. The individuals attempted to take the ATM and were successful in one incident.
The two incidents happened at the following locations:
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- 5300 block of North Milwaukee Avenue on Sept. 1 at 1:39 a.m.
- 5300 block of West Gale Street on Sept. 1 at 1:50 a.m.
Police said the offenders were wearing dark clothing and driving a dark colored SUV.
In order to avoid a similar situation, police advised people to pay special attention to "any suspicious subjects loitering in the area."
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Anyone with additional information is acted to contact Area Five detectives at (312) 746-7394.
