Bomb squad called in after ATM 'explosion' in Sale

A cordon remains in place this morning

Author: Sophie MerrickPublished 20th Nov 2023

An investigation's underway after reports explosives were used to try and get into a cash machine in Sale.

Emergency services were called in the early hours of this morning (Monday 20 November).

A statement from Greater Manchester Police says:

"At around 2:50am this morning Greater Manchester Police were called to reports of an attempted robbery at a premises on Hereford Street, Sale.

"Itā€™s believed that the suspects used an explosive device to gain access to a cash machine.

"Colleagues from Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) also attended the scene, thankfully no injuries were reported.

"A scene remains in place which is likely to impact local businesses and travel in the area for the duration of the morning.

"No arrests have been made at this stage but police are following a number of lines of enquiry."

First for all the latest news from across the UK every hour on Hits Radio on DAB, at hitsradio.co.uk and on the Rayo app.