Early Thursday morning, a daring theft occurred at a Weis Markets store in York Township, Pennsylvania.
Thieves drove a stolen pickup truck through the front entrance and stole an ATM from inside the store without injuring anyone.
What Happened
At approximately 4:15 a.m. on May 29, 2025, three suspects rammed a stolen pickup truck through the front entrance of the Weis Markets located in Queensgate Towne Center, York Township.
They forcibly removed an ATM from inside the store and fled the scene with an unknown amount of cash.
Key Details
- The pickup truck used in the theft was reported stolen from Maryland.
- After the theft, suspects abandoned the truck in a residential backyard near Hillcrest Road and Lancaster Avenue in Spring Garden Township.
- York County Regional Police recovered the vehicle at that location.
- Three Weis Markets employees were inside the store at the time but were unharmed.
- The store temporarily closed for repairs and reopened before 10 a.m. on the same day. Permanent repairs will follow in the coming weeks.
Reactions or Statements
Local shoppers expressed shock and disbelief at the brazen crime.
Pat Busle said, “I didn’t think it was mine at first, but then when they showed it, I said, ‘My gosh. That’s my Weis Markets.’ I was shocked.”
Serena Scott shared, “Unbelievable. I thought they were remodeling until the people at the desk told me what happened.”
Barbershop owner Shad Altland remarked on the frequency of such incidents, saying, “You know, it just happens nowadays. We have the news on all day long at the barbershop, so stuff like this doesn’t surprise us.”
Investigation or What’s Next
York County Regional Police are actively investigating the case and have released photos of the suspects and the stolen ATM.
They urge anyone with information to contact them at 717-741-1259 or submit a tip online.
Authorities are continuing to track the suspects and assess the total amount of stolen cash.
FAQs
Q1: Were there any injuries during the theft?
No, all three Weis Markets employees present at the time were unharmed.
Q2: How did the suspects escape?
They fled in the stolen pickup truck but abandoned it nearby before escaping on foot.
Q3: Is the Weis Markets store open now?
Yes, the store reopened shortly before 10 a.m. after temporary repairs.
Q4: What should witnesses do if they have information?
Contact York County Regional Police at 717-741-1259 or submit a tip online.
Q5: Will the store make permanent repairs?
Yes, permanent repairs to the damaged entrance will be completed in the coming weeks.
Summary / Final Takeaway
The 2025 ATM theft at York’s Weis Markets highlights ongoing challenges with retail crime.
Despite the damage and stolen cash, no injuries occurred.
York County Regional Police continue to investigate and seek public assistance. Weis Markets has since reopened while preparing permanent repairs.
