Police in Erie, Colorado, said they captured two burglary suspects who were allegedly “jack-potting” an ATM. Investigators said officers responded to a report of a burglary in progress near 350 Ambrose Street about 3 a.m. on Thursday. 

When officers arrived, investigators said that two males had decided to try their luck at “jack-potting” an ATM, which is a method criminals use in an attempt to force the machine to spit out cash. The suspects were actively forcing entry into the ATM, according to officers. 

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Erie police arrested two suspects wanted for “jack-potting” an ATM.

Erie Police Department

Both were taken into custody. 

Investigators issued a warning to those who may try their luck at breaking into an ATM- “don’t bet on it.”

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