Appeal after ram raid at store in Norris Green

We are appealing for information after a ram raid at a shop in Norris Green in the early hours of today (Monday 22 July).

A report was received at around 12.45am that four males were using tools to attempt to gain entry to B & M on Hornspit Lane, before driving into the shutters in a blue Mazda car.

Officers attended and the car, as well as a power tool, were found abandoned on Lower House Lane a short time later. It has been recovered for forensic examination.

The offenders took a quantity of cigarettes and alcohol during the burglary.

Detective Inspector Sean Kelly-Martland said: ‘’At this early stage of the investigation we are looking for any information on the movement of the blue Mazda before or after this incident, as well as any suspicious activity in the area.

“If you were passing on foot or in a vehicle, and have any images, video or dashcam footage, get in touch as any small piece of evidence could be crucial to identifying those responsible and putting them before the courts.
“Likewise, if any individuals or businesses have been offered cigarettes or alcohol since the incident and have any suspicions as to their origin, do the right thing and get in contact.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Merseyside Police social media desk via Twitter @MerPolCC or Facebook Merseyside Police CC. You can also call 101 quoting incident reference 19100396968 or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously, on 0800 555 111 or via their online form at: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/give-information.