London Police Investigate £10m Jewellery Heist Caught on CCTV
New CCTV footage obtained by BBC News has revealed a shocking burglary incident that occurred in a London mansion, resulting in the theft of over £10 million worth of jewellery and designer handbags. The images captured on camera show a masked man sneaking into the multi-million pound property and stuffing valuable items into a backpack.
Who: A masked burglar
What: Stole over £10m worth of jewellery and designer handbags
Where: London mansion
When: 7 December at 5:00 PM
Why: To steal valuable items
How: Crept into the property and stuffed items into a backpack
Family Spokesperson’s Account
According to a family spokesperson present in the house during the theft, the intruder moved “like a cat” as he attempted to make his escape after being blocked. The stolen goods belonged to Hong Kong socialite Shafira Huang, who was not present in the house at the time of the incident. A reward of up to £1.5m has been offered in hopes of capturing the thief.
Burglary Sequence
The thief initially tried to enter through a second-floor window but failed, leaving marks behind. He then climbed onto the roof, observed two housekeepers leaving, and entered through a bathroom window on the second storey. The thief was captured on CCTV moving around the house, struggling to open cases of jewellery before eventually leaving through a rarely used guest room.
Thief’s Movements
The thief was seen moving around the property, trying to avoid detection, and narrowly missing a maid as they walked through the same hallway moments apart. The stolen items included expensive jewellery, Hermes Crocodile Kelly handbags, and cash.
Police Investigation
The Metropolitan Police are urging anyone with information or who may have seen suspicious activity in the area of Avenue Road, NW8, to come forward. A reward of £500,000 has been offered for information leading to the suspect’s arrest and conviction, with an additional reward from the homeowners for the retrieval of the stolen jewellery.
Conclusion
The burglary, which took place in one of London’s most affluent neighborhoods, has shocked the community. The total value of the stolen items exceeds £10 million, highlighting the severity of the crime and the urgency to bring the perpetrator to justice.