Violent London Thug Caught After Brazen Crime Spree
A violent criminal went on a rampage across central London, committing a string of offences before being arrested thanks to sharp police work.
Flying Squad Cracks Case with CCTV and Glove Evidence
The Met’s elite Flying Squad pieced together CCTV footage and recovered a black glove worn by the suspect, Dixon. Detective Sergeant Richard Watson said, “Dixon carried out multiple offences in a short period of time, believing there would be no consequences for his actions.”
Multiple Attacks Rock Central London
- On May 15, Dixon attacked a customer at a currency exchange on Victoria Street, SW1, stealing 510 Euros and leaving the victim with facial and leg injuries.
- Ten days later, he tried to break into a supermarket cash office on Rochester Row SW1, threatening the manager but failing to get any cash.
- That same day, he robbed a Post Office on Vauxhall Bridge Road SW1, assaulting a customer before fleeing when police arrived.
- In a bold move, Dixon broke into a jewellers on Burlington Gardens W1S and made off with jewellery worth up to £400,000.
Fast Police Work Leads to Arrest and Full Recovery of Stolen Goods
Officers caught Dixon trying to escape in a taxi, recovering all the stolen jewels. The Flying Squad’s fast-track CCTV investigation clinched the case, matching the glove found at the crime scenes.
Detective Sergeant Watson emphasised the impact of Dixon’s crimes on victims:
“Thankfully the victims recovered from their injuries, but the effects of these incidents can be very traumatic. We are pleased the victims have justice.”
