PIERZ (WJON News) -- Someone tried to steal an ATM machine from a bank in Pierz.

The Morrison County Sheriff's Office says they are assisting the Pierz Police Department in investigating the attempted theft of an ATM from the Farmers & Merchants State Bank.

The incident happened just after 11:00 p.m. Monday.

The suspects hooked a chain to the ATM and pulled it with a stolen truck.  They fled from the scene before they could get the ATM loaded.

The Sheriff's Office says the vehicle is described as a light-colored, newer-style SUV with LED headlights.

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The case is still under investigation.  Anyone with any information is encouraged to call the sheriff's office.  They say more information will be released later.

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