Crash and grab thieves rob US gun store

A group of brazen thieves have cleaned out a gun store in under 30 seconds after ramming a truck through the front door.

A security camera recorded a blue 4WD crash through the Florida store's reinforced main window shortly after 2am on Sunday.

Three men in hoodies raced inside the store as the truck backed out and immediately started smashing glass cases, removing guns and ammunition, NBC4 reports.

Capt Derek Brewer of Zephyrhills Police said his department were working to find the men responsible as fast as possible.

"We don’t want them on the street. It’s a public safety concern. It’s a concern for us. So yeah, it’s a concern all around,” he said.

Local residents told the media outlet they were shocked by the break-in.

"They’re smashing and grabbing guns. What are they gonna do with the guns? And where are they gonna do it?" said Sandie Mcilwaine.

"I can’t believe that happened like right where we usually go to eat. You never think it’s gonna happen," said Liberty Hagan.

Police found the 4WD burnt out on a nearby railway track the following day.