DETECTIVES are hunting a group of men who attempted to rob a cash handling depot.

Police were called to the Loomis Cash Management premises in Mark Way, Swanley, on Thursday at about 9.15pm after the gang, wearing balaclavas, reversed a stolen skip lorry into a cash transfer bay.

Officers believe that one of the offenders was armed with a handgun. However no one was hurt and no cash was taken.

The offenders left the scene in a white transit van which was later found burnt out, along with the stolen skip lorry. Both vehicles have been recovered for forensic examination.

Anyone with any information can contact officers on 01622 690 690. Alternatively contact Kent Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. "Calls to Crimestoppers are free, you do not have to leave your name and you could be eligible for a cash reward.