Snack-ting up: Northeast Mississippi police investigating vending machine break-ins

The alleged vending machine thief was spotted operating a white sedan. (Photo courtesy of the Lee County Sheriff's Department)

Someone is “snack-ting” up in northeast Mississippi.

Law enforcement agencies in the area are investigating after multiple vending machines were recently broken into. According to Lee County Sheriff Jim Johnson, an unidentified male operating a white vehicle believed to be a Buick LeSabre pulled into the parking lot of Brewer Grocery in Shannon on Saturday, Dec. 7, and stole money from the Coca-Cola vending machine on site.

Similar incidents are reported to have taken place in nearby cities of Aberdeen, Hamilton, and Nettleton, per WTVA, and are believed to be connected. The suspect is said to be using a drill to compromise the vending machines’ locks and steal cash.

Vending achine thief — Photo courtesy of the Lee County Sheriff’s Department

Anyone with information about the thefts is urged to contact the Lee County Sheriff’s Department at (662) 432-2622 or Northeast Mississippi Crime Stoppers at (800) 773-8477.

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By Caleb Salers

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Caleb Salers is a multimedia journalist for SuperTalk Mississippi News. As a lifelong Jacksonian, Caleb has deep roots in Mississippi and a vested interest in the Magnolia State. Prior to joining the news team, Caleb served as a podcast host. In his spare time, you will find Caleb watching sports, cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers and Memphis Grizzlies. For inquiries or story tips, email [email protected].