Berwick train station remains closed after 'explosive' attack on ATM machine

What we know about the "explosive" Berwick Train Station heist.
By Stuart Dick
Published 4th Mar 2020, 17:19 BST
Updated 4th Mar 2020, 17:19 BST
Berwick train station remains closed this evening after an incident in the early hours of Wednesday, March 4 where explosives were used to gain access to an ATMBerwick train station remains closed this evening after an incident in the early hours of Wednesday, March 4 where explosives were used to gain access to an ATM
Berwick train station remains closed this evening after an incident in the early hours of Wednesday, March 4 where explosives were used to gain access to an ATM

Early this morning thieves broke into an ATM at Berwick train station with the use of explosives, causing damage to the station and chaos for commuters.

“British Transport Police were called at 3.48am to Berwick station following a report of theft from a cash machine." said a force spokesperson.

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The Police sealed off the station, with officers confirming significant damage was caused in an explosion, with an investigation now underway to find who is responsible.

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London North Eastern Railway - who manage the station - have stated that they do not expect any trains to stop at the station during the remainder of today.

A spokesperson said: "Berwick station remains closed. Passengers are being taken by bus to Alnmouth or Edinburgh where their journeys can then continue by rail."

The latest information can be found on LNER’s Twitter page.