Brazen Bulldozer Bank Heist Shocks Quiet Lincolnshire Town
In the dead of night, thieves used a stolen JCB bulldozer to smash into a Lloyds Bank in Horncastle, Lincolnshire. At 2:50am, the gang ripped an ATM straight from the wall in an audacious early morning raid. The attack left the building severely damaged, sending shockwaves through the usually peaceful market town.
Police Launch Major Manhunt After Daring Escape
Lincolnshire Police revealed the JCB was stolen locally. Investigators believe the crooks made a swift getaway in a second vehicle, possibly a pickup truck. Roads around the bank remain closed as officers scour the scene for vital 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 Urged to Help Catch ATM Smash-And-Grab Crooks
Police are calling on the public to come forward with any dashcam or CCTV footage that might identify the gang behind this organised and brazen robbery. Forensic teams remain on site, piecing together what happened during the smash-and-grab.
- Stolen bulldozer used to tear ATM from bank wall
- Building badly damaged in quiet Horncastle town
- Suspects fled in second vehicle, police hunting hard
- Road closures stay in place as investigation continues
- Public urged to share any dashcam or CCTV footage
Residents are urged to stay alert and report anything suspicious as police race to track down the thieves behind this outrageous JCB bank raid.
