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Benson, N.C. police arrested a man robbing a vending machine who they believe has been robbing machines nationwide, according to WRAL-TV in Raleigh, N.C. The man reportedly bragged of being able to open machines without damaging them.
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Editor's Insight: This is no ordinary vending burglar. He was able to make his own keys to get into vending machines, and he prided himself on his skills. Nor is he alone; no one knows for sure how many "professionals" are out there plying their trade.
Vending operators with vulnerable locations need to consider special measures, such as electronic locks and video surveillance cameras. The rising prices in vending machines, especially those in public locations, has raised the potential rewards for adept burglars. 05-16-08 by Elliot Maras