Thugs attempted to break into a Glasgow medical centre in the early hours of Saturday, March 21.
Grantley Medical Practice has been forced to keep its doors closed to walk-ins on Monday after the incident.
A source told the Glasgow Times that the thieves were looking to take surgical masks from the practice which is "vital" to NHS workers treating those with COVID-19.
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However, Police Scotland confirmed that nothing had been lifted from the premises.
The practice confirmed the break-in in a statement: "Due to a break-in, the practice reception will be closed to walk-ins on Monday morning.
"Phone lines will be open as usual."
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Officers are currently investigating the attempted break-in.
A spokesman for Police Scotland told the Glasgow Times: "Officers were made aware of an attempted break-in at premises on Grantley Street in Glasgow shortly after 2.50am on Saturday, 21 March with the incident having happened a short time earlier.
"Nothing was stolen from the property and enquiries are ongoing."
Anyone with information is asked to contact the police on 101.
Grantley Medical Practice has been contacted for comment.
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