IN our phenomenally popular series... the Andover Advertiser is publishing a “thank you” column featuring messages sent in by readers.

Whether you would like to show gratitude to a loved one or a complete stranger, this is the place to do it. Send messages to mike.sims@ andoveradvertiser.co.uk.

YOU couldn’t make it up!

Or, according to a few um… individuals… yes we could.

Eighteen months on from our last incident, we are here again clearing up the mess of an attempted robbery; “attempted”

being a word we’re thankful to use on this occasion.

It isn’t just the cosmetic mess and the costs, but the physiological affect these quite terrifying incidents have on our staff which are potentially far-reaching and unforgettable.

We would just like to say a heartfelt thanks to the many people who have called in personally bearing flowers, chocolates, cakes and sympathy or have left messages of support on social media.

It is very much appreciated, thank you.

David, Christine, Dan, James and Amy Mellor Family Jewellers