Overview of the Incident

In a brazen act of theft that has left the community of Carbonear reeling, RCMP have detailed a timeline of events surrounding the audacious robbery of a bank ATM using heavy machinery. This latest incident occurred at the Scotiabank drive-thru, highlighting a worrying trend of escalating criminal activity in the area.

Timeline of Events

The sequence of events began in the early hours of the morning when a commercial pickup truck was stolen from a gated compound on Goff Avenue in Carbonear around 1:00 AM. Shortly after, two excavators that were parked on a neighboring commercial property were also stolen, marking the beginning of a well-orchestrated plan to access the bank's ATM.

At approximately 1:25 AM, the alarm at the Scotiabank was triggered, but by the time the police arrived, the thieves had already executed their plan. They used the excavators to smash through the drive-thru, removing the ATM and creating a substantial breach in the building's facade. The excavators were left behind, a testament to the swift, chaotic nature of the crime.

Witness Accounts and Aftermath

Witnesses reported spotting a stolen pickup truck loaded with the ATM driving east from Brigus Junction to Middle Gull Pond around 6:45 AM. Law enforcement later located the abandoned pickup in a gravel pit off the Trans Canada Highway, which has since been recovered by the Holyrood RCMP. Authorities believe the suspects transferred the stolen ATM to another vehicle after abandoning the truck.

Investigation and Community Involvement

As the investigation unfolds, local business owners and residents are being urged to review any surveillance footage that might provide clues to the suspects’ identities. Notably, cabin owners in the vicinity of Brigus Junction are also being asked to assist in this urgent appeal for information.

Suspects and Vehicle Details

In an earlier investigation update, RCMP officials revealed that the suspects fled the scene with a red GMC Duramax diesel pickup, prominently displaying a Clay Oates Landscaping logo. The scale and method of this theft mark it as one of the most audacious bank robberies in recent memory, raising concerns over safety and security in the region.

Call for Public Assistance

Authorities are calling on anyone with additional information to reach out to RCMP or Crime Stoppers. This incident is not just a wake-up call for law enforcement but a stark reminder for the community on the importance of being vigilant against such brazen acts of crime.