A cash machine was stolen during a ram raid at a Co-op store in Cheltenham, according to an article published on 6 February 2024. The BBC reports that the ram raid — a high-impact forced-entry burglary using a vehicle — resulted in the loss of the ATM from the premises.
Ram raids have become an increasingly common tactic targeting retail businesses, as criminals exploit the speed and force of vehicle-based attacks to overwhelm security measures and escape quickly with valuable equipment or cash. For commercial premises such as shops and convenience stores, installing robust protective barriers around high-value assets like cash machines, securing delivery areas, and working with local law enforcement on loss-prevention strategies can significantly reduce vulnerability to this type of attack.
Source : Bbc
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