Brothers Behind ATM Cash Traps | Leicester News

Two brothers, Felix and Cristian Urcaciu, pulled off a brazen ATM heist across the East Midlands using a “cash trap” device that glued cash inside machines, leaving victims empty-handed while their money vanished. Over 25K pounds was confirmed stolen—with police suspecting the real haul was higher. Operating for 12 weeks, they traveled between Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and Leicestershire, with Cristian directing the scheme remotely while Felix installed the traps at night. They laundered cash through multiple accounts, and CCTV and residue evidence led to their arrest. Cristian, who pleaded guilty, got 2 years and 9 months; Felix, the hands-on installer, received 3 years and 4 months and is now on the run. A hearing is set to recover assets, as authorities stress both played vital roles in the ongoing investigation to find Felix. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/96a213fe09ff6925