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A Preston takeaway has been left counting the cost after thieves smashed in the front door and stole their till.

Barton Takeaway in Garstang Road has released CCTV footage as police launch an investigation.

Cash was taken and damaged caused to the premises as two men made their way in during the early hours.

The video shows the glass panes of the chippy being smashed by one of the men to gain entry.

The incident happened around 2am on Sunday.

CCTV stills show a man entering the premises, and on the right working to unplug the till

One of the men is seen on a second CCTV camera unplugging a till and then carrying it out of shot. Around £80-100 was taken.

Jen Law, owner of the takeaway, said they were still estimating the cost of the damage and the theft of the till.

Anyone with information is asked to call Lancashire Police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800555111.