NSW:Sydney bank bandits left empty handed

AAP General News (Australia)
04-15-2011
NSW:Sydney bank bandits left empty handed

SYDNEY, April 15 AAP - Two people who used a sledgehammer to smash their way into a
bank in Sydney's northwest fled from the scene empty handed.

Police earlier reported cash was taken but after speaking to bank staff and viewing
close circuit television footage they discovered the bandits were unsuccessful.

The thieves wearing balaclavas parked a black Audi outside a bank on Lexington Drive
at Bella Vista about 2.40am (AEST) on Friday.

They used a sledgehammer to smash their way through the glass windows and a wall to
gain entry to the ATM area. Security saw them flee in the Audi.

Anyone with information that can assist is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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