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Ramraiders strike at off-licence

Raid at Bargain Booze
The raiders caused thousands of pounds worth of damage

Ramraiders caused thousands of pounds worth of damage when they drove a stolen car through the front of an off-licence in Lancashire.

The thieves drove into Bargain Booze in Conway Drive, Fulwood, Preston, in the early hours of Saturday, but only escaped with beer.

Police said the green Vauxhall Vectra had been stolen from a house in Ingol on Friday night.

It was found abandoned in Walker Lane, Ingol, shortly after the raid.

Det Sgt John Crichton, from Preston CID, said: "This was not a professional job and seems to be an unplanned and desperate attempt to get some beer, but the damage to the shop is extensive.

"The car is currently being forensically examined and I am appealing for anybody that may have seen this car being stolen, abandoned, or seen the incident itself to come forward.

"The offenders are thought to be aged 18-25, and wearing black clothing and their faced were hidden."



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