You were only supposed to get the ATM! JCB raiders demolish bank

IT looks more like the aftermath of a bombing than a bank robbery.

But this was all that was left of a branch of Barclays after raiders smashed their way in using a JCB digger.

Police said ‘significant damage’ had been done to the building in Olney, Milton Keynes, by the gang – who fled with a cash machine in the early hours of yesterday.

The digger was abandoned at the scene.

Thames Valley Police were called to the High Street at about 3.05am. The road was closed yesterday while the remains of the shattered building were being assessed for safety.

It was not revealed how much money was stolen, but the average cash machine holds around £5,000 to £10,000. However, they can contain as much as £120,000.

Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the raid to get in touch by calling 101, or contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 500 111.

Smash for cash: The remains of Barclays in Olney, Milton Keynes, yesterday after thieves used a digger to break in

Abandoned: Police found the JCB at the scene