Thieves Snatch Comedian’s Bag from London Restaurant Seat
In an alarming incident, thieves were caught on camera stealing a comedian’s bag from a London restaurant. Cally Beaton was dining in Marylebone when her bag was snatched from under her seat.
CCTV Footage Reveals Thieves in Action
On Monday, December 25, around 5:07 PM, CCTV footage captured two men in a restaurant on Thayer Street, Westminster. One suspect returned from the restroom and discreetly used his foot to slide Beaton’s bag towards him. The second man then went to the toilet, only to return a moment later, placing the bag into his rucksack before they both exited without anyone noticing.
Cally Beaton’s Reaction
Beaton shared the footage on her Instagram account, expressing her disbelief. She humorously referred to the incident as the thieves’ “signature robbing move.” In her post, she urged others to watch and share the video, hoping it would prevent the suspects from targeting anyone else.
Police Investigation Underway
A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police confirmed that they received a report of the theft on the same day. They are actively investigating the incident to identify the suspects. The police encourage anyone with information to contact them, referencing case number 01/8370099/25.
Recent Trends in Thefts
This incident follows a series of high-profile thefts involving celebrities in London. In May, actress Rosamund Pike reported being robbed by a thief on a bicycle while on the phone. Similarly, in June of the previous year, former tennis player Annabel Croft had her phone stolen while waiting for a taxi outside Kings Cross station.
Stay Safe During the Festive Season
As the festive season approaches, both law enforcement and the public are urged to remain vigilant against theft. Beaton emphasized the importance of awareness, wishing everyone a safe holiday and expressing gratitude to the restaurant staff for their assistance during the ordeal.
- Date of theft: December 25
- Location: Thayer Street, Westminster
- Victim: Cally Beaton, 56 years old
- Keynote: CCTV footage shared for awareness
- Police contact: Reference case number 01/8370099/25
