Burglars target ATM, gaming machines at Elmwood Park restaurant, owner says
The burglary happened at the Gringo & Blondie Taqueria and Cantina, at 7514 W. North Ave., the owner said.
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The burglary happened at the Gringo & Blondie Taqueria and Cantina, at 7514 W. North Ave., the owner said.
The front door of the restaurant was broken, and the gaming machines inside the restaurant were ripped open and cleared of money, the owner said.
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