Man saws into game machine at laundromat, steals over $11,000
By Rob McCartney
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OMAHA, Nebraska (KETV) — A masked man broke into a game machine at a laundromat near 60th and Ames, stealing over $11,000 in cash.
The incident happened on the night of Nov. 10.
The suspect was seen on video sitting at the machine, looking at his phone and surveying the area before acting.
When the laundromat was mostly empty, the man pulled an electric saw from his pants and cut open the front of the machine, allowing him to access the cash box.
He then removed the cash box, picked up his saw and a piece of clothing, and quickly left the scene.
The suspect is described as fairly tall, wearing a blue jacket, red shorts over blue pants or jeans, and a black mask.
The gaming company said he caused about $5,000 in damage to the machine and stole more than $11,000 from the cash box.
Investigators said the suspect may not have an address and could be staying at the Sienna Francis House.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Omaha Crime Stoppers at 402-444-STOP or online here.
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