Over half a million dollars stolen from ATMs in "jackpotting" scheme
Summary
Four men were charged for stealing over half a million dollars from ATMs in Connecticut using a method called "jackpotting," which makes ATMs release cash illegally. They targeted several machines along Interstate 95 and face federal charges that could lead to prison time.Key Facts
- Four men—Euclides Moreno Itanare, Willian Ricardo Flores, Alberto Jose Freites Arvilla, and Luis Jose Freites Arvilla—were arrested for ATM theft.
- The suspects are Venezuelan citizens from North Carolina, New York, and Massachusetts.
- They tried to steal money from at least nine ATMs between August 8 and August 18, 2025.
- The stolen amount from eight ATMs was $529,220.
- "Jackpotting" involves using hardware or software to force ATMs to pay out cash.
- Surveillance footage showed the men worked together, with roles like lookout and cash withdrawers.
- Federal charges include interstate transportation of stolen property and conspiracy.
- If convicted, they could face up to 10 years in prison for theft and 5 years for conspiracy.
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