CPD said about 10:50 p.m., a male suspect approached the security officer, who was securing an ATM in the 3200-block of West Belmont Avenue in Avondale. The suspect then reached for the guard's firearm, and a struggle ensued until the suspect gained control of the weapon, police said.
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The suspect threatened to shoot the security guard if he did not open the ATM and hand over money, according to police.
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The guard filled a black bag, and the suspect left, police said.
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No one was hurt in the incident, and no one was in custody as of Thursday morning.