Arrest made in robbery ring that nabbed $4 million, bombed Target ATM
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Diego Ananias Arellano Diaz was arrested for a series of ATM robberies that accumulated over $4 million. The suspect, known as Fabio Cristian Hernandez, was apprehended in Newport Beach and is allegedly part of an 11-member crew that targeted 29 banks and credit unions across California, Oregon, and Washington since October 2024. Authorities linked Diaz to an ATM bombing incident in San Ramon. The robbery crew utilized various tactics, including disguises and tools like cellphone jammers and blowtorches, to execute the heists. Diaz faces potential prison time of up to 25 years if convicted.
Diego Ananias Arellano Diaz was arrested for participating in ATM robberies that stole over $4 million, involving at least 29 banks across California, Oregon, and Washington.
Diaz, also known as Fabio Cristian Hernandez, was indicted on charges of bank robbery and conspiracy related to an 11-person crew targeting vulnerable institutions.
The crew utilized short-term rentals and posed as construction workers while employing cellphone jammers and blowtorches to access ATM cash.
Diaz faces up to 25 years in prison if convicted of all charges, which include alleged involvement in an ATM bombing incident.
Read at SFGATE
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