RUMOUR CONFIRMED: The Apple store at Southland Shopping Centre has been targeted by would-be thieves overnight.

Police say five men used crowbars to smash their way into the store around 3.30am on Friday. 

The men fled empty-handed and no arrests have been made.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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