Three men will appear in court in connection with a string of ATM thefts in London and Essex.

Levi Smith, 35, of Ridgewell Caravan Site, Halstead, has been charged with conspiracy to burgle in relation to 48 different offences.

Smith is due to appear in court alongside Alfie Smith, 41, of Staines Road West, Ashford, who has been charged with conspiracy to commit a burglary with intent to steal, conspiracy to steal a motor vehicle and conspiracy to commit a burglary with intent to steal.

Hizekiah Roberts, 42, of Well Lane, Canterbury, has also been charged with burglary and burglary with intent to steal.

The trio are due to appear at Isleworth Crown Court on Monday, February 4, following a joint operation between detectives in Essex and London.