A masked gang forced its way into a Wells bank and damaged a cash machine before reportedly fleeing in a black car in the early hours of Tuesday 20 October.

Police arrived within 10 minutes of receiving the call, finding the bank's front door forced open and an ATM damaged inside. Officers are now appealing for witnesses and footage that could help trace those responsible.

The raid left Santander in the Market Place closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. Santander declined to comment on the incident.

An Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson said: "Police were called to a report of a burglary at a bank in Market Place, Wells, just before 1.18am on Tuesday 20 October.

"Officers attended within 10 minutes and found the door of the Santander Bank had been forced and an ATM inside damaged.

"A group of three or four masked men had reportedly left the scene in a black car."

Police have not confirmed whether anything was stolen. Enquiries are continuing, with officers asking residents, businesses and motorists to check for relevant CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage.

Anyone who witnessed the raid or has information should call 101, quoting reference 5226342916. Information can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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