Police have taped off a smashed B&M store in Darlington after an incident overnight.
Officers remain stationed outside the Northgate branch this morning (October 8).
Pictures show a Biffa bin directly outside the double doors, which have been smashed, with glass scattered across the pavement and inside the entrance to the shop.
It is not yet known exactly when the incident took place, but it is believed to have occurred overnight. A police van remains parked directly outside the store.
The nature of the incident remains unknown at this stage.
Durham Police has been contacted for more information.