Ram-Raiders Make Daring Getaway in Audi RS4 After Snatching Cash Machine in Gravesend
Police launched a high-speed chase after brazen ram-raiders ripped a cash machine from the Co-op at The Parade in Istead Rise, near Gravesend. The heist happened around 12:30am on Monday, May 14th.
Ram Raid Crash Used Land Rover Discovery
The raid began when a black Land Rover Discovery was driven straight through the supermarket’s front window. Four men stormed inside, tore out the cash machine, and loaded it into a waiting Audi RS4. Officers gave chase, but lost the Audi in Essex due to the reckless speeds.
Police Hunt For Second Getaway Vehicle
- The Land Rover Discovery was abandoned at the scene.
- Police are urgently searching for the second vehicle – the Audi RS4 used in the escape.
- No arrests have been made yet.
Witnesses Urged to Speak Up
The Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate is appealing to the public for help. If you saw anything suspicious around the time of the raid, police want to hear from you.
Call Kent Police on 01474 366149, quoting reference number 15-0025. Or contact Kent Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.