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Texas Barber Returns $128,514 Found on ATM
2 Oct
Summary
- A barber found $128,514 left on top of an ATM.
- The money belonged to Bank of America and was misplaced by a technician.
- The honest barber received no reward but was honored by police.
In an act of remarkable honesty, a Lewisville, Texas, barber returned $128,514 in cash he found placed on top of a Bank of America ATM. The 37-year-old man discovered the large sum on August 3, accompanied by a 42-year-old woman. Alongside the cash, officers also recovered a second bag containing 19 checks.
Initial inquiries led the man to a nearby Chick-fil-A, but the restaurant disclaimed ownership of the funds. He then contacted 911, and Lewisville police secured the money and checks. A receipt within the cash bag indicated the expected amount.
Investigators determined the money was from Bank of America and was being handled by its vendor, Brinks. A Brinks technician had apparently completed ATM servicing and accidentally left the bag behind. Police confirmed no criminal activity was involved, and Bank of America has since reclaimed the money.
Lewisville Police Detective Gina Miller expressed astonishment at the large sum being turned in, noting it was unprecedented in her career. Police Chief Brook Rollins praised the man's swift and honest actions, emphasizing his immediate decision to do the right thing.
While the barber declined any reward, Bank of America conveyed its gratitude. Authorities plan to honor the man for his integrity, and he has expressed openness to a departmental ceremony.
