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Three arrested after attempted cash machine theft

Damaged shopImage source, Angela Sherratt
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The suspects left the scene empty-handed

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Three men have been arrested after the attempted theft of a cash machine in Leicestershire.

Officers were called to a Co-op store in Shortheath Road, Moira at about 03:45 BST

Leicestershire Police said suspects had broken into the shop and unsuccessfully attempted to steal the cash machine inside before leaving in a black BMW.

The three men, aged 27, 32 and 35, were arrested on suspicion of burglary and remain in custody, the force said.

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A white Ford tipper truck was also left at the scene

The BMW has since been recovered by officers, and a white Ford tipper truck was also left at the scene.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to get in touch.