Thieves Steal ATM from Northwest Side Gas Station in Crash-and-Grab

Incident occurred early Monday morning near Lawrence and Kedzie avenues in Chicago.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 11:22am

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Thieves in a Jeep Cherokee smashed into a gas station on Chicago's Northwest Side early Monday morning and stole an ATM, according to the station manager. No customers were inside at the time, and the employees were unharmed but left in shock by the incident.

Why it matters

Crash-and-grab thefts targeting ATMs have become an increasing problem in Chicago, with criminals using vehicles to forcibly break into businesses and make off with cash machines. These crimes not only result in significant property damage and financial losses, but also raise concerns about public safety and the security of local businesses.

The details

According to the gas station manager, the incident occurred around 4 a.m. near the intersection of Lawrence and Kedzie avenues. Several people in a Jeep Cherokee rammed the BP Amoco station and stole the ATM. No customers were present, only employees, who were unharmed but left shaken by the event.

  • The incident occurred around 4 a.m. on Monday, April 6, 2026.

The players

BP Amoco

The gas station that was targeted in the crash-and-grab theft.

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What’s next

Police are investigating the incident and reviewing any available surveillance footage to identify the suspects and vehicle involved.

The takeaway

This latest crash-and-grab theft highlights the ongoing challenge of securing ATMs and protecting local businesses from organized criminal activity. Authorities will likely need to work closely with the community to develop new strategies and preventive measures to deter these types of brazen property crimes.