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SAPD: At least 2 individuals accused of using ‘high-powered tools’ to steal ATM on Southwest Side
By Nate Kotisso, Alex Gamez at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 10, 2026
· 1 min read
Police are looking for at least two people caught on camera stealing an ATM early Friday morning.According to a preliminary report, the San Antonio Police Department responded to a burglary call at approximately 6:15 a.m. at a barbershop in the 2300 block of Quintana Road. An SAPD sergeant on sce...
Key takeaway According to a preliminary report, the San Antonio Police Department responded to a burglary call at approximately 6:15 a.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The brazen theft of an ATM on the Southwest Side using high-powered tools is a concerning escalation of property crime in the area. This incident, occurring at a barbershop on Quintana Road, raises questions about the vulnerability of local businesses to this type of crime. The fact that at least two individuals were able to break into the barbershop and make off with the ATM in a matter of minutes suggests a level of planning and sophistication. As the San Antonio Police Department continues its investigation, it will be important to see what measures are taken to prevent similar crimes in the future, particularly in terms of supporting local businesses in securing their properties and ATMs. The impact of this crime on the barbershop and its customers is also a concern, as it may lead to increased costs and inconvenience for the community.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Police are looking for at least two people caught on camera stealing an ATM early Friday morning.According to a preliminary report, the San Antonio Police Department responded to a burglary call at approximately 6:15 a.m. at a barbershop in the 2300 block of Quintana Road. An SAPD sergeant on sce...
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