Guelph Police have arrested a second man who was involved in what police called a sophisticated scheme to steal money. The investigation began in late June after an ATM technician contacted police following an array of repair requests. “The technician discovered ‘cash traps’ had been installed on the machines,” police said. “These devices exactly mimic the cash dispenser doors and were applied with double-sided tape, causing withdrawn cash to be trapped between the dispenser and the fake door. Suspects then returned to remove the trap and collect the cash stuck inside before reapplying the trap.” Police said devices were found at six banks throughout the city, with around $4,400 stolen. A 41-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday. He was charged with nine counts of theft under $5,000 and seven counts of mischief under $5,000.
