Fake Cops Ram Van in Brazen B&Q Break-In Bid
Three men dressed as police officers launched a wild rampage in a Farnborough B&Q car park, repeatedly ramming a white Peugeot van with a Land Rover before trying to break into it. The chaotic scene unfolded near the Berkshire border just after 5.30pm on Tuesday, December 6.
Van Holds Hidden Haul of Cannabis
The pair inside the van made a quick escape after the dramatic attack. The fake cops – flashing blue lights on their Land Rover – fled empty-handed when they couldn’t break inside. Hampshire Police later confirmed none of the men were real officers. A large stash of cannabis was seized from the van.
Damage at DIY Store and Hit to Public Safety
- Another vehicle in the car park was damaged
- One of the store’s windows smashed
- Bollards knocked over in the frenzy
“We are aware that this incident may cause concern in the local community, but I would like to assure you we are taking this report extremely seriously,” said Chief Inspector Emma Hart, District Commander for Hart and 1.
Officers are asking anyone who was nearby or who has CCTV or smartphone footage to come forward. You can call 101 or provide info via Hampshire Police’s website. Quote ref: 44220494188.
