ATM Heist Foiled After Co-op Front Smashed in Broad Daylight
In the early hours of Tuesday, 21 March, trouble struck the Co-op store on Woburn Avenue. At around 12.45am, thugs smashed the shop front and tried — but failed — to steal the store’s ATM.
Suspects Make Quick Getaway but Leave Clues
Police say three or four men used two vehicles during the raid. A Land Rover Discovery sped away with the culprits, while a black Range Rover was abandoned at the scene. Thankfully, nothing appears to have been stolen from inside the store.
Police Urge Public to Come Forward
An investigation is underway, with officers combing the scene for clues today. Detectives want to hear from anyone who witnessed the drama or has dash cam footage from Woburn Avenue around the time of the smash-and-grab attempt.
- Did you drive past between midnight and 1am?
- Have CCTV or doorbell camera recordings of suspicious vehicles?
- Do you live nearby and spot anything unusual?
If so, contact police immediately. Call 101 quoting crime reference 44230111857 or report online through the police website.
Alternatively, provide anonymous tips to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
