BANK JOB Thieves Smash Bank ATM Using Stolen JCB in Horncastle Heist

Bulldozers and Brazen Bank Robbery

In the dead of night, crooks armed with a stolen JCB bulldozed their way into a Lloyds Bank in Horncastle, Lincolnshire. At 2:50am, they tore the ATM from the wall in a jaw-dropping early hours raid. The heist left the building significantly damaged, shocking the usually quiet market town.

Police Hunt for Criminals After Daring Getaway

Lincolnshire Police say the JCB used in the robbery was stolen nearby. Officers believe the gang fled in a second vehicle, possibly a pickup truck, sparking a major manhunt. Roads around the scene remain closed as detectives comb for clues.

Detective Inspector Paul Sands said: “This type of crime is very unusual for Horncastle and please be reassured we will do all in our power to seek out those responsible and bring them to justice.”

He added: “We have a number of officers at the scene who are there to assist with the investigation, but are also there for the public. Please speak to them if you have any concerns or any information.”

Community Called to Help Crack Case

Police are appealing to the public for any information, dashcam, or CCTV footage that could help catch the culprits behind this organised and brazen daylight robbery. A large police presence remains on site, as forensic teams investigate and piece together what happened.

• ATM ripped from the wall using stolen heavy machinery
• Building badly damaged in quiet Lincolnshire town
• Suspects fled in a second vehicle, police hunting
• Road closures remain for public safety and investigation
• Public urged to help with any dashcam or CCTV footage

Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity as police work to bring the thieves to justice in this outrageous JCB ATM smash-and-grab.

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