Multiple people break into a Dumfries bank machine

Officers are looking for several people who were seen wearing dark clothing.

Police are appealing for any information to track down the people involved.
Author: Ruth RidleyPublished 5th Aug 2025

Police are looking for information to help track the people involved with the ATM theft near Lockerbie Road in Dumfries.

This happened around 00:30 yesterday.

The suspects were seen breaking into the machine in a store car park, all wearing black clothing with face masks and carrying heavy tools.

They took off in a dark-coloured hatchback car that made its way on the A709 towards Torthorwald.

Detective Constable Jim Kirkpatrick said: “This appears to have been a well-planned theft, and enquiries are ongoing to trace those involved.

“We are asking anyone who saw anything suspicious in the area before or after the theft to get in touch. Please also check any private CCTV footage you have to see if anything has been captured to assist with our investigation.”

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