THREE men who smashed their way into a garage are being hunted by police following an aggravated burglary.

A member of staff who was working at the Texaco garage in Charvil watched on as the trio broke into the building with one brandishing a metal pole.

The men had covered their hands and faces and made off with money and cigarettes from the store.

The male staff member was uninjured during the burglary which took place at around 2.40am today at the New Bath Road petrol station.

A spokesman for Thames Valley Police said: "A male member of staff had been on duty when three men broke into the shop.

"The offenders had their faces and hands covered and one was carrying a metal pole.

"They smashed their way in and stole money and cigarettes before running away.

"Anyone with any information is asked to please call police on 101."