Watch Snatch Shock in Basingstoke: Thief Targets £4,500 Timepiece
Police are hunting a brazen thief after a man was robbed in broad daylight in Basingstoke last Friday morning.
Thief Targets Victim at Busy Roundabout
The victim was sitting in his white Audi R8 at around 8.45am near the mini roundabout where Cufaude Lane, Hanmore Road, and Crockford Lane meet. A moped, ridden by a young man, pulled up on the right and casually asked for the time.
When the victim politely showed the time by holding out his arm, the moped rider snatched a luxury Tag Heuer Calibre 16 watch worth around £4,500 straight off his wrist.
Fight Breaks Out Before Suspect Flees
The victim pushed the thief, causing him to fall off the moped. A brief scuffle followed before both men went their separate ways.
The suspect sped off on his moped, last seen heading towards Hanmore Road, then turning onto Thornhill Way and a nearby footpath.
Police Seek Witnesses to Watch Theft
- Suspect: White male, 18-20 years old
- Weight: 65-70kg
- Clothing: Large black jacket, black trainers, blue jeans
- Helmet: Black with red strap
If you saw the incident or have been offered a Tag Heuer Calibre watch for sale, police want to hear from you.
Call 101 quoting reference 44180108418, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously.
