Cash In Transit Heist Shakes Southampton Bank
Police are hunting thieves after a brazen cash in transit robbery rocked Southampton just after midnight on Saturday, 11 May. At 12.50am, armed raiders targeted a security van delivering cash to Santander on Burgess Road.
Security Guard Attacked as Loot Stolen
The security guard was struck during the raid, suffering bruising to his wrist. The crooks made off with a distinctive cash box stuffed with a substantial amount of money.
Did You Spot Anything Suspicious?
- Seen anyone rushing away from Burgess Road at high speed?
- Heard sounds or chatter around the time of the robbery?
- Know someone suddenly flaunting a wad of cash?
The stolen cash box is unusual and may have been dumped or discarded somewhere.
Drivers in the area: if your dash cam caught anything unusual, your footage could be crucial.
Speak Up and Help Police Catch The Crooks
If you have any information, call police on 101 quoting ref 44190161646 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111.
In an emergency, always dial 999.
