THIEVES used a stolen van to smash through the front of a Co-op store before they tried to pull a cash machine out of the shop.
Police said on Friday at about 4am, the unknown suspects rammed a Ford Transit through the front doors of the shop in Market Square, Bampton.
Officers said the thieves were unsuccessful in their attempt to steal the cash machine, but caused a 'considerable amount of damage' to the store.
Investigating officer, Police Constable Adam Clark, who is based at Witney Police Station, said urged witnesses to come forward with information.
He added: "If anyone has witnessed the incident or saw anyone acting suspiciously in the area in the day or so before the offence please contact the Thames Valley enquiry centre on 101."
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