TWO people attempted to steal a cash machine from a Waitrose store on New Year's Day, before fleeing the scene empty handed.
Police are appealing for witnesses to the ATM attack in Crewkerne on Friday afternoon (January 1).
A statement from Avon and Somerset Police said: "A man, wearing dark clothing, smashed a window to gain access to a cash machine at Waitrose before tying a wire rope around it.
"A second person then attempted to pull the ATM out of the store using a vehicle.
"The attack, which took place at 5.15pm, was unsuccessful and no cash was stolen."
A Waitrose spokesperson added: "We have passed on the CCTV footage of the incident and are continuing to support the police with their investigation."
Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who saw anything suspicious around the time, is asked to call 101 quoting crime reference number 5216000650.
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