SEATTLE — An ATM targeted in a smash-and-grab robbery was dragged nearly one mile away from a Northgate bank early Monday morning before it was found, according to police.
Police said suspects used a Ford Ecoline van to steal an ATM at a BECU credit union at Northeast Northgate Way. The thieves used the van and a chain to rip the ATM from the vestibule wall, according to police.
Several cars and mailboxes were hit as the suspects tried to drive away with the ATM, investigators said.
Officers found the damaged ATM about 0.5 miles away from the bank's location. There were wet wads of money found scattered along the street along with the ATM, which could weigh as much as 1,000 pounds.
Police also found the suspected getaway van parked nearby.
Investigators are searching for the suspects involved in the smash-and-grab robbery attempt. Witnesses told police the suspects were seen leaving in a gold or tan SUV.
If you have information about the case, contact the Seattle police tip line at (206) 233-5000.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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