Failed ram raid on Aldi store in Brandon

Ram raiders failed in their attempt to steal a cash machine at a convenience store in Brandon.

The incident took place in the early hours of this morning, Friday, March 1, at approximately 3:05am at Aldi, on the High Street.

A white Ford Transit Van was used to ram the front window of the shop and an attempt was then made to remove the cash machine but this was not successful.

Four males, all dressed in dark clothing with their faces covered, then fled the scene empty handed in a white golf car.

Police are carrying out enquiries into the incident and officers would like to hear from anyone who has knowledge of the raid or believes they witnessed any suspicious activity in the vicinity of the ram raid.

Anyone with information is asked to contact West CID at Bury St Edmunds Police Station on 101 quoting reference 37/11725/19 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.