CHEYENNE, WYOMING — A bold attempted ATM theft at a Chase Bank on Dell Range Boulevard has drawn the attention of both local police and the FBI after a suspect used a semi-truck in an unusual effort to rip the machine from its concrete base, though no cash was taken.

According to the Cheyenne Police Department, the incident occurred at the Chase Bank located at 3502 Dell Range Boulevard. The suspect backed a semi-truck through the ATM drive-thru, chained the machine to the vehicle, and attempted to pull it from its foundation. While the suspect was able to pry the ATM's doors open and the machine sustained damage, he did not succeed in removing it or stealing any cash.

"Earlier this month, it was reported that an ATM was attempted to be stolen at one of our local banks," said Alexandra Farkas, public information officer for the Cheyenne Police Department. "This individual had backed a semi-truck up through the ATM drive-thru, and then attempted to remove the machine from its concrete base. He was able to pry the doors open, but did not get away with any cash."

Surveillance footage captured the suspect and his vehicle during the incident. Farkas described the suspect as appearing to be a dark-skinned male wearing glasses and a mask at the time. The semi-truck involved is described as white, single axle, and bearing no rear license plate.

While the incident occurred weeks ago, Cheyenne police posted details publicly on Facebook on Tuesday, drawing widespread attention to the attempted heist. Investigators said the FBI is now working alongside Cheyenne police on the case, underscoring the seriousness of the crime.

Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact Detective McGraw at (307) 633-6693. Tips can also be submitted anonymously by calling 638-TIPS or online at silentwitnesslaramiecounty.com. Silent Witness Laramie County is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect.

"We are very fortunate that our residents in Cheyenne are very helpful," Farkas said. "When we post information on our social media page, they usually want to help."

All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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