Cash machine was stolen in ram-raid, say police

Police cars were pictured outside Nationwide in Biggleswade on Sunday

A cash machine was stolen from a building society branch that was ram-raided, police have confirmed.

Officers were called to Biggleswade High Street early on Sunday, where they discovered a construction vehicle had smashed into Nationwide.

The ATM was later found in a field in Hertfordshire, alongside a flatbed truck that had been burnt out.

Bedfordshire Police has called for witnesses to come forward.

No members of the public were hurt in the incident

Det Insp Tanya Shotbolt said: "We are appealing to members of the public for any information that could help our investigation into this burglary.

"We are continuing to carry out inquiries, but would urge anyone with information to get in touch with us."