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Lyon ATM Ripped From La Banque Postale Branch in Pre-Dawn Heist as Three Suspects Flee

Prosecutors opened an organized-crime probe, assigning Lyon’s DCOS to lead the investigation.

Overview

  • The attack occurred around 4:30 a.m. at the quai Saint-Antoine branch in Lyon’s 2nd arrondissement.
  • Thieves used a cable attached to a van to tear out an indoor ATM after forcing the bank’s door.
  • Part of the machine containing cash was taken, with the amount of the loss not disclosed.
  • The suspects left the van at the scene and escaped in a small car, according to initial reports.
  • La Banque Postale says the branch is temporarily closed as police continue to search for the trio.