THIEVES broke into a cash machine at a petrol station before stealing a large amount of cash.

The theft happened between 1.20am and 3.05am on Sunday at the BP Garage on Oxford Road in Benson.

There were three offenders, all wearing dark clothing with their hoods up and had a vehicle parked nearby.

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Investigating officer Detective Constable Fiona Boyce, based at Abingdon police station said: “I am appealing for anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or has any information such as dash-cam footage from the area at the time to please get in touch.

“You can make a report online or call 101 quoting reference 43200254856.

“Alternatively, if you wish to remain 100% anonymous you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”