Berkeley, CA – Police are searching for suspects after a daring burglary at a convenience store near the University of California, Berkeley campus early Sunday morning. A pickup truck smashed through the front window of a 7-Eleven around 3 a.m., then dragged an ATM out of the store before fleeing the scene.
Incident Details
According to the store manager, the thieves hooked a chain to the ATM and used the truck to drag it out and break it open. Thousands of dollars were reportedly stolen before law enforcement arrived. The truck and ATM were left abandoned in the middle of the road. Witnesses described the scene as chaotic as reported.
“It’s like something straight out of a movie, like wild. That’s crazy,” Customer Dylan Vang said.
Cleanup and Damage
The burglary caused extensive damage to the store’s interior, especially in the grocery section. Store staff, along with delivery supplier Amber Ammons, worked through the morning to clean up the debris and restore some order. The store reopened later that morning.
Rising ATM Thefts in Berkeley
Local residents and business owners have expressed concerns about an uptick in ATM-related thefts along Telegraph Avenue. Ammons noted that nearby businesses—including Ashby Market, Queen of Shiba, and a local CVS—have experienced similar break-ins, prompting calls for increased security measures.
Investigation and Public Assistance
Berkeley Police continue to investigate the burglary and are asking anyone with information to come forward. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity.
Authorities are reviewing security footage and examining the truck left behind for evidence. No suspects have been arrested, and police have not yet released a description of the perpetrators. Local businesses are urged to review their security systems and consider precautions to prevent similar incidents.
What You Can Do
Anyone with information about this crime is urged to contact the Berkeley Police Department at (510)-981-5900. Your tips could help bring the suspects to justice and prevent future thefts in the area.
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