Arrests over cash machine thefts

Police say two men from Warwickshire are being questioned in connection with a number of cash machines thefts in the East Midlands.

Two men, aged 36 and 31, were arrested in Warwickshire this morning (Wednesday 22 November) by officers from East Midlands Special Operations Unit.

The men have both been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit burglary and are currently in custody in Leicestershire.

In a statement Leicestershire Police said: 

Officers have also executed two warrants at premises in Mere Lane, Lutterworth, Leicestershire, and searches are being carried out. T

Two women, aged 29 and 38, have been arrested on suspicion of offences under the Proceeds of Crime Act. They are also in custody.

Detective Chief Inspector Martin Smalley, from East Midlands Special Operations Unit, said: “This is a significant development in our investigation into the series of ATM attacks that have happened across the East Midlands.

“There has been a dedicated team of detectives investigating the recent spate, and our work is still very much ongoing."

“We appreciate that every incident, regardless of where it has happened, has had an impact on businesses, communities and have caused concern among the wider public."

“Our message remains the same – please continue to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity as we remain committed to tackling these crimes.”

Detectives are also investigating a potentially linked incident which happened at Tesco Express, in London Road, Hinckley during the early hours of this morning.

Police were called to the shop at about 1.40am today following a report that a vehicle has been used in an attempt to remove the ATM from the front of the premises.

Anyone with information about the incident in Hinckley is asked to call 101 quoting incident number 26 of 22 November.