ATM stolen from Teddington pavement in overnight ram-raid
Metropolitan Police confirm no arrests after four men dragged cash machine from outside Londis store
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A cash machine was ripped from the pavement outside a Londis convenience store in Teddington in the early hours of 29 July 2026. The theft took place at 00:53 on Kingston Road, according to the Metropolitan Police.
Footage obtained by the *Evening Standard* shows four men attempting to break open the ATM with a hammer before tying a cable around it. A blue car was then used to drag the machine away from the storefront.
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Woman walked past unaware during theft
While the theft was underway, a young woman walked past the scene on CCTV. She appeared unaware of the incident, which occurred just after midnight. The footage shows one of the men checking the ground for dropped cash before leaving.
The Metropolitan Police confirmed the incident and said no arrests have been made. An abandoned vehicle linked to the theft has been seized. Officers are continuing their investigation to identify the four suspects.
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Police are investigating the theft of a cash machine from outside a shop in Kingston Road, Teddington at 00:53hrs on Wednesday, 29 July. Although no arrests have been made at this stage, an abandoned vehicle has been seized in connection with the incident, and officers continue to work at pace to identify the four men believed to be involved.
Metropolitan Police spokesperson
How residents can report information
The Metropolitan Police have asked anyone with information to contact them on 101, quoting reference 302/29JUL. Anonymous reports can also be made to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 using the same reference number.
The incident has left the Londis store without an ATM, though it is unclear whether the machine will be replaced. The store has not commented on the theft or its plans for the site.
Questions this report answers
+What happened to the ATM in Teddington?
A cash machine was stolen from outside a Londis store on Kingston Road, Teddington, at 00:53 on 29 July 2026. Thieves used a car to drag it away after attempting to break it open with a hammer. The Metropolitan Police are investigating.
+Have the suspects been arrested?
No arrests have been made in connection with the theft of the ATM in Teddington. The Metropolitan Police have seized an abandoned vehicle linked to the incident and are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
+How can I report information about the theft?
Residents can contact the Metropolitan Police on 101, quoting reference 302/29JUL. Anonymous reports can also be made to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 using the same reference number. Both services are available 24 hours a day.
+Was anyone hurt during the theft?
There are no reports of injuries during the theft of the ATM in Teddington. A young woman walked past the scene unaware while the incident was taking place, according to CCTV footage obtained by the *Evening Standard*.
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