The front of a village newsagents has been almost completely destroyed following a ram-raid.

Thieves are thought to have used a vehicle to smash into The Little Shop on Sole Street, Cobham, near Gravesend.

The wall, window and door were shattered after the attempted break-in.

Police spokesman Jo Pattison said: "We were called at around 11.45pm on Monday to reports a vehicle had collided with a shop in Sole Street.

"Officers attended the scene of an attempted break-in. Following a search, a Toyota 4x4 was recovered in Exedown Road, Sevenoaks.

"There have been no arrests at this stage and inquiries are ongoing."

People have shared their support for the small business online.

One woman commented: "What can we do as a village community to help the owners? They do so much for us."

While another added: "Thought I heard a car screeching and a loud bang last night."

A fundraising page was been set up by residents to raise £500 for the owners Doug and Renna, however, the pair asked that any money donating be given to charity.

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