BURGLARS smashed their way into a Bury post office and stole a small amount of cash.

They also caused £1,000 worth of damage during the break-in at the Huntley Brook post office, in Bell Lane.

The incident happened between 5.30pm on Friday (June 21) and 7.45am Saturday. Police say the raiders smashed a front window and an interior counter service area.

The burglars left with what officers described as a small amount of cash.