AN investigation is underway after a suspected ram-raid on a convenience store in Colne overnight.

Neighbours of the Premier store in Knotts Lane awoke to find a dumper embedded in the front of the store, located underneath apartments.

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It is believed that thieves were attempting to dislodge a cash machine at the premises.

Police sealed off the scene after the smash, which is thought to have occurred around 3am.