A GANG of armed robbers fled with a substantial amount of cash after bursting into a bank through the roof after closing time.
A police spokesman said bank staff were left shocked but unhurt after three men raided the Lloyds TSB branch in Main Road, Ryton, near Gateshead, at 4.30pm on Friday.
The men, who were carrying shotguns, gained entry to the premises by coming through the roof of the building after the bank closed to the public.
A police spokesman said: "The incident lasted ten minutes, after which the raiders left by the front door. One man was carrying the cash in a blue bag, while the other two were holding the weapons. They then left the area."
Anyone with information has been asked to call 0191-454 7555 ext 64326.
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