Tulsa Police Sought Suspect in August ATM Theft
Authorities are searching for a man who withdrew $2,800 from a Tulsa ATM using stolen account information.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Financial Crime
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On August 12, 2026, a suspect successfully stole $2,800 from a credit union ATM near 61st Street and Lewis Avenue. Tulsa police are currently working to identify the individual responsible for the unauthorized withdrawals.
Why it matters
The theft highlights the ongoing vulnerability of physical ATM terminals to individuals using compromised account data. Authorities are seeking public assistance to identify the suspect and prevent further financial losses.
Police are investigating the theft of $2,800 from a Tulsa ATM. The suspect remains at large, and investigators have released information about a distinct tattoo under his right eye to assist in identification.
The players
Tulsa Police
The department is the primary law enforcement agency responsible for investigating crimes and maintaining public safety within the city of Tulsa.
The details
The suspect walked northbound on Lewis Avenue before accessing the ATM to conduct multiple unauthorized withdrawals. He is noted for having a distinct tattoo located under his right eye.
Timeline
The theft occurred on August 12, 2026.
The unauthorized withdrawals took place between 9:46 p.m. and 9:51 p.m. on August 12, 2026.
Legal Context
Financial crimes involving ATM tampering remain a persistent challenge for municipal police departments. The investigation of this incident follows the 2026 Tulsa financial crime reporting protocols, which rely on public cooperation to resolve non-violent property offenses.
Residents are encouraged to report any information regarding the suspect by calling 918-596-COPS. Individuals should remain vigilant regarding their personal financial data when using public ATM facilities in the 61st Street and Lewis Avenue area.
The takeaway
Protecting account information is critical as suspects continue to use digital data to facilitate physical ATM thefts. Always monitor your bank statements closely for unauthorized activity to ensure timely detection of such crimes.
Further reading
Learn more about local efforts to combat fraud at Financial Crime.
Source note: This article includes information reported by News On 6.
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