Man Caught Red-Handed Trying to Steal ATM with Crane in Barnham
Police swooped on a daring burglary attempt in the early hours of Tuesday, July 4, after reports of a stolen crane at a Barnham building site.
Crane Theft Leads to ATM Heist Attempt
Officers chasing the stolen crane found it being used to nick an ATM from a Barnham Road supermarket. A swift foot chase ended with a 43-year-old man arrested at the scene.
Two Men Arrested Over Bold Burglary Plot
- Alfie Smith, 43, from Staines Road West, Ashford, Middlesex, charged with burglary with intent to steal and aggravated vehicle taking.
- Smith remanded in custody, set to face court on August 2.
- A second man, 37, arrested for conspiracy to commit burglary, released on conditional bail pending investigation.
Police Hunt Witnesses and Footage
Officers urge anyone who saw the incident or has relevant footage to come forward. Contact police online or call 101, quoting serial number 1624 of July 3.
