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One of the many quick crimes you can do to earn some money in Grand Theft Auto 5 is robbing people at ATMs. This petty crime will earn you anywhere from $30-$120 dollars, as opposed to the usual $10-$20 you normally get from robbing pedestrians. You can't rob an ATM directly like you can a store clerk. However, you can rob pedestrians after they use an ATM. This will earn anywhere from tens to hundreds of dollars. This wikiHow teaches you how to rob pedestrians after they use an ATM in Grand Theft Auto 5.
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1 Find an ATM. There are a lot of ATMs scattered all over the map. You’ll usually find ATMs near banks, gas stations, convenience stores, and other types of commercial establishments. Some ATMs are found at Xero Gas Station in Pacific Bluffs, west of Los Santos. There's one near a bank in Little Seoul at the downtown Los Santos, and at Fleeca Bank in Banham Canyon.[1]XResearch source
2 Wait for a person to use it. Once you find an ATM, wait for a few moments until a pedestrian walks up and uses the ATM. Do not attack the pedestrian while they are using the ATM. Wait until they are finished.[2]XResearch source
If you stand too close to the ATM, they may get nervous and leave the ATM. Then you will not be able to get the money.
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3 Follow the pedestrian. Once the pedestrian is through using the ATM, quickly get behind them and start trailing on their tracks.[3]XResearch source Follow the pedestrian until you no longer see any witnesses, or at least until there are no cops around that could arrest you.
4 Incapacitate the pedestrian. Once it’s all safe, take down the pedestrian that used the ATM. Your can either shoot them or beat them up.[4]XResearch source
5 Collect the money. After the target is down, they will drop the cash they withdrew from the ATM. Simply walk over the cash to collect it.[5]XResearch source
6 Leave the area. Ambulances and cops will be arriving on the crime scene shortly after you’ve killed the pedestrian. Get back inside your vehicle and quickly drive out of the area to avoid getting apprehended. You can then drive to your next ATM and carry out your heist again. If there were any witnesses, you will need to hide from cops until your wanted level goes away.[6]XResearch source
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Written by: Travis Boylls wikiHow Technology Writer This article was co-authored by wikiHow staff writer, Travis Boylls. Travis has been a tech writer at wikiHow for more than 10 years. He has also worked in technical support for Dish Network and AT&T Wireless. He studied graphic design and web design at Pikes Peak Community College. He specializes in Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and video game consoles. Travis has had a fascination with computers and technology that goes all the way back to childhood. He is proficient in all manner of software and computer operating systems. This article has been viewed 355,687 times. 64 votes - 76% Co-authors: 7Updated: January 23, 2026 Views: 355,687 Categories: Grand Theft Auto VArticle SummaryX
1. Locate an ATM near a bank, gas station, or convenient store. 2. Wait for a pedestrian to walk up and use the ATM. 3. Follow the pedestrian when they finish using the ATM. 4. Kill the pedestrian when the coast is clear. 5. Walk over the money they dropped to collect it. 6. Leave the area, immediately. Did this summary help you?YesNo
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1 Find an ATM. There are a lot of ATMs scattered all over the map. You’ll usually find ATMs near banks, gas stations, convenience stores, and other types of commercial establishments. Some ATMs are found at Xero Gas Station in Pacific Bluffs, west of Los Santos. There's one near a bank in Little Seoul at the downtown Los Santos, and at Fleeca Bank in Banham Canyon.[1] 
2 Wait for a person to use it. Once you find an ATM, wait for a few moments until a pedestrian walks up and uses the ATM. Do not attack the pedestrian while they are using the ATM. Wait until they are finished.[2] 
3 Follow the pedestrian. Once the pedestrian is through using the ATM, quickly get behind them and start trailing on their tracks.[3] Follow the pedestrian until you no longer see any witnesses, or at least until there are no cops around that could arrest you. 
4 Incapacitate the pedestrian. Once it’s all safe, take down the pedestrian that used the ATM. Your can either shoot them or beat them up.[4] 
5 Collect the money. After the target is down, they will drop the cash they withdrew from the ATM. Simply walk over the cash to collect it.[5] 
6 Leave the area. Ambulances and cops will be arriving on the crime scene shortly after you’ve killed the pedestrian. Get back inside your vehicle and quickly drive out of the area to avoid getting apprehended. You can then drive to your next ATM and carry out your heist again. If there were any witnesses, you will need to hide from cops until your wanted level goes away.[6] Advertisement 
Pokemon Master Community Answer The NPC drops about $40 to $100, so not the best way to get money. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 26 Helpful 98 
Community Answer Yes, it works the same way. Just follow the instructions. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 28 Helpful 70