Watch Snatchers Strike in Tunbridge Wells – Victim Left Devastated
Thieves Use Fake Language Barrier to Target Victim
A man in his fifties was robbed of a priceless Rolex in The Pantiles, Tunbridge Wells, on Tuesday, January 10, at 12:25pm. Two women approached him, pretending not to speak English and asked for directions in foreign languages to distract him.
Snatch and Dash: Thieves Make Off in Getaway Car
After the man kindly gave directions, one woman grabbed his wrist, shook his hand, and pressed it to her chest. Moments later, the victim realised his watch had vanished. The suspects fled the scene, jumping into a car driven by a third accomplice.
Police Issue Warning as Hunt for Crooks Continues
DS Rachel Howson of West Kent CID warned, “It is likely the suspects targeted other potential victims in and around the Tunbridge Wells area.
She added, “The watch stolen is extremely sentimental to the victim as it belonged to his late father. It is a Rolex Air-King, serial number 160 Y297696.”
Anyone with information is urged to call the police on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/6560/23. Alternatively, tips can be made anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.
