RAM-RAIDERS attacked a Cranbourne Autobarn in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
It’s believed thieves ploughed an allegedly stolen Holden Statesman through the rear roller door of the South Gippsland Highway shop about 4am, slamming into bollards inside the building.
A police spokesman said the raiders stole a number of items before setting the car on fire and fleeing the scene.
Police and CFA were called to the incident after the fire was reported and the area was made secure by 4.40am.
There was no major damage to the store and an arson chemist was expected to attend the incident.
It’s believed the thieves may have fled in a second car.
Owner John Feehan said the ram-raid follows an attempted robbery of the Cranbourne Autobarn last Friday about 5am, with footage revealing a man breaking into the store before he was scared off by a shopping centre security guard.
The Autobarn is closed for the time being and it is understood that the Spotlight next door is being monitored for smoke damage.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or visit www.crimestoppers.com.au.
