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This is the moment a gang of brazen robbers, riding motorbikes, stole thousands of pounds’ worth of Rolex watches from a store in Knightsbridge.
Mobile phone footage shows two motorbikes descending on the Bucherer Rolex Boutique at One Hyde Park as another vehicle propped open the door.
Several men were seen armed with what appeared to be crowbars as they rushed into the luxury boutique at around 10.53am today.
And just seconds later, another motorbike driven by an individual dressed in all-black and his face covered with a helmet also emerged onto the scene.
The video comes amid reports that men wearing motorcycle helmets had barged in and threatened staff with weapons before stealing several items.
The burglars were then seen fleeing the luxury store just three minutes after the incident.
Images show smashed glass cabinets and one motorbike seemingly abandoned inside the boutique, leaning against the door, as police officers speak to Rolex staff.
Forensic officers were also spotted working at the crime scene, as well as collecting evidence.
Mobile phone footage shows two motorbikes descending on the Bucherer Rolex Boutique at One Hyde Parkas another vehicle propped open the door
Police were called to the Bucherer Rolex Boutique at One Hyde Parkat 10.53am today following reports a group of men wearing motorcycle helmets had barged in and threatened staff
An image posted on social media shows smashed glass cabinets inside the boutique and an abandoned motorbike
Images show one motorbike seemingly abandoned inside the boutique, leaning against the door, as police officers speak to Rolex staff
Forensic officers can also be seen inspecting the crime scene and collecting evidence
A worker from a nearby Harvey Nics said the staff were aware an incident had transpired, but were not clear on the specifics.
‘There was a lot of police presence though, so we knew something bad had gone on,’ the retail worker said.
‘I feel it is worrying that something like that happened, especially in this area. I just hope we all will be ok in the store and that everyone involved at Rolex is also ok.’
No arrests have been made as the gang of thieves remains at large in the city.
The Met Police is appealing for anyone with information that could help their investigation to come forward.
A force spokesperson said: ‘We are currently on scene at a store on Knightsbridge following an armed robbery this morning.
‘Officers were called at 10:53hrs on Tuesday, 20 January following reports of a group of men entering the store and threatening staff with weapons before stealing multiple items. No injuries were reported.
‘The men, who were wearing motorcycle helmets, then left the scene on mopeds. Officers arrived at the scene within three minutes and a crime scene remains in place.
‘No arrests have been made at this stage and enquiries are ongoing.’
Anyone with information has been urged to contact the police by calling 101, quoting reference 2313/20Jan.’
