A bungling gang of jewellery thieves fled empty-handed after a ram raid went badly wrong.
One man has since been arrested following the botched smash-and-grab.
Three suspects allegedly used a vehicle to smash through the front of the shop in a bid to force their way inside.
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The dramatic incident happened at Bradford Jewellers on Barkerend Road, Bradford, as reported by Need To Know.
West Yorkshire Police were called to the scene at around 11:30am on Monday (11 May).
Footage from the scene shows terrified people rushing out of the wrecked shop as masked suspects approached the building.
A woman carrying a child was also seen being helped from the smoke-filled premises while shocked members of the public watched on.
Three masked men can be seen heading towards the shop, with one lingering outside holding what appeared to be a baseball bat.
The smashed vehicle’s bumper could also be seen lying in the street.
But the crooks’ plan quickly unravelled as they fled before even stepping foot inside the targeted store.
Police later confirmed nothing had been stolen.
The shop front suffered extensive damage and appeared to have completely caved in.
A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police said: “At 11.37am (11 May) officers were called to report of a ram raid at a jewellery shop on Barkerend Road, Bradford.
“Three suspects gained entry to the shop using a vehicle, nothing was stolen.
“A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempt robbery, he remains in custody.
“Enquiries are ongoing by Bradford CID.
“Anyone who witnessed the incident is asked to contact police via 101 or use the live chat options at West Yorkshire Police live chat quoting log 561 of 11 May.”
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