Police have released a CCTV image in an appeal for public assistance following multiple ATM's were stolen in the state's west.
In June 2024, officers attached to Oxley Police District established Strike Force Pell to investigate the multiple break and enter related offences in the region.
About 9.15am on Sunday (23 June 2024), police were called to a motel on New England Highway, Willow Tree, following reports of a break and enter.
Police were told that about 3.50am earlier that morning, two unknown men entered the premises and stole an ATM machine before fleeing the scene in a black dual-cab utility which had been parked outside.
Following initial inquiries, about 1.30pm on Sunday 23 June 2024, police recovered an ATM – partially submerged - in the Quipolly Dam, about an hour north of Willow Tree. The machine was seized for a forensic examination.
About 9.15pm on Thursday (6 June 2024), police were called to a business on Single Street, Werris Creek, following reports of a ATM theft. Police were told that an unknown man allegedly entered the premises and took an ATM in a trolly before fleeing the scene with it.
As investigations continue, police are appealing for public assistance to speak to a man who they believed can assist with inquiries.
He is described as being male, 40-50 years of age, medium build with short red hair.
Anyone with information is urged to contact is urged to contact Oxley Police District or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
