Diamond Heist Drama! Just after 6.30pm on Thursday, masked robbers smashed into Mirpur Jewellers on Harehills Road, Leeds, in a brazen smash-and-grab stunt.
Car Crash Raid: Toyota RAV4 Used as Weapon
The gang tore through the shopfront by crashing a Toyota RAV4 into the store. Armed with hammers, they smashed display cabinets and grabbed a stash of valuables before making a quick getaway.
Speedy Escape in Stolen Audi
Leaving the wrecked Toyota behind, the crooks jumped straight into a dark Audi and sped off, leaving police scrambling.
Armed Police Hunt Fails, But Investigation Rolls On
Armed officers were rushed to the scene and searched the area, but the culprits had vanished. Fortunately, no-one was hurt.
Leeds District CID detectives are hot on the case, ramping up enquiries while local police boost patrols to reassure worried residents.
Police Want YOUR Help
Witnessed the smash? Got dashcam or phone footage? Police urge anyone with info to contact Leeds District CID via 101, quoting crime reference 13240180444, or report online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/livechat.
