Masked armed robbers hunted after failed Co-op smash and grab near Bedworth

[dutchman]

Officers investigating an attempted armed robbery near Bedworth last night (October 26) are appealing for information from members of the public.



Warwickshire Police were called to the Co-operative store in Coventry Road, Exhall, at about 9.30pm where is was reported that armed men had tried to pull a cash machine from the wall.

The four offenders had attached a truck strap to the machine and to a Land Rover Defender which they then drove to pull the machine off the wall. However the strap broke and the attempt was unsuccessful.

The offenders then tried to smash their way into the store but staff closed the shutters and they could not get in.

There were three members of staff in the store at the time and one customer. No-one was injured and nothing was stolen.

The offenders are believed to be white men wearing dark clothing and face coverings. They left the scene and drove off in the direction of School Lane.

Investigating Officer Det Sgt Carl Buckley said: "This was a failed attempt to remove the cash machine and fortunately nothing was stolen and no-one was injured. It was, however, a frightening experience for the people inside the store and we are keen to bring those responsible to justice.

"I would ask anyone who saw any suspicious activity or vehicles, including a grey Audi A4 and the light coloured Land Rover, in Coventry Road or has any other information which would help with the investigation, to contact us."

Anyone with information is asked to call Warwickshire Police on 101, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or via their website http://www.crimetoppers-uk.org quoting incident 429 of October 26.

[Melisandre]

The one on the right his hands are black if you look the other ones hand looks white on the tow rope unless he is wearing gloves.

[rebbonk]

Well, it wasn't the muppets that nearly knocked me over last night.

[Melisandre]

I hope you are ok Rebbonk

[rebbonk]

Yeah, I'm OK thanks. Crossing at the lights by the Engine, some a'hole decides he doesn't recognise red lights. He was too quick for me to get his number.

[Melisandre]

Pleased to know your ok Rebbonk .
Yep some like doing wheelie u turns there to they use to go through red frequently on the crossing by the gym when I use to take my daughter to Grangehurst school before they changed the crossing for the bus lane.