Robbers raided a Redbourn petrol station in the early hours of this morning, making off with cigarettes and soft drinks.
The criminals gained entry to the Shell garage in Redbourn Road at around 3.40am by forcing open a metal shutter and smashing the front doors.
Scenes of crime officers spent several hours examining the scene.
Anyone with information should contact Det Con Paul Cullinan on the Herts police non-emergency number 101.
Alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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