Would-be thieves broke into a petrol station in Eynsham today.
They climbed a fence at the side of the Esso petrol station on the A40 and entered through the roof at about 3am, but left empty-handed.
Investigating officer Pc Rob Offord, of Thames Valley Police, said: "Although the offenders did not get into the offices they were clearly attempting to steal cash from either the cashpoint or from inside the manager’s office."
He said at the time of the incident a dark coloured Ford Mondeo, or a similar saloon car, pulled up at the petrol station and somebody got out and used the cashpoint.
Pc Offord said: "It's possible they may have witnessed something suspicious and I urge them to come forward."
Anyone with information should call Pc Offord on 08458 505505 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
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