Sheffield Go Outdoors wall breached in suspected ram raid
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The report remains a developing story, with no confirmed new details provided about those responsible, any arrests or whether goods were stolen. A Go Outdoors branch on John Street in Sheffield suffered major damage after a large hole was smashed through an exterior wall in the early hours of 22 August, in what police are treating as a suspected ram raid.
The breach opened into a storeroom containing boxes of merchandise. South Yorkshire Police attended with several officers; witnesses said around a dozen were at the scene and that a man was seen on the roof. Police and the store operator are investigating, but neither has yet issued a detailed account of the incident.
- Go Outdoors in Sheffield was badly damaged in a suspected ram raid.
- Police and the retailer are investigating.
- No arrests or thefts have been confirmed.
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Go Outdoors is a UK retailer that sells equipment and clothing for camping, walking, cycling and other outdoor activities. Its Sheffield branch is on John Street, close to the city centre and several major sports and retail venues.
A ram raid is a theft or attempted theft in which a vehicle is driven into a building to force entry, often targeting shops with stock that can be removed quickly. Police usually investigate the damage, any possible theft and evidence such as vehicles, CCTV footage and witnesses.
South Yorkshire Police is responsible for policing Sheffield and the surrounding county. The company that operates the store may also assess the damage, check its stock and work with police while the site is made safe.
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Originally published by The Star (Sheffield) as “Huge hole smashed through Sheffield business’s wall in suspected ‘ram raid’”.