Thieves steal cigarettes and alcohol in Overton ram-raid

It happened early on Monday morning

Author: Jonathan RichardsPublished 7th Oct 2024

Police are appealing for information after thousands of pounds worth of cigarettes and alcohol were stolen during a ram-raid incident in Overton near Basingstoke.

At sometime between 2.30am and 2.45am on the morning of Monday, 7 October a white 4x4 vehicle was driven into the front of the Spar, Sapley Road causing extensive damage.

The offenders were then able to enter the store, stealing several thousands of pounds worth of cigarettes and alcohol before making off in the vehicle.

Police are asking for anyone who lives in the area who has CCTV at their address, or anyone who was driving in the area with a dashcam fitted to their vehicle, to get in touch if they think they may have caught any footage of those involved.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police online or on 101 quoting 44240434723.

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