A 16-year-old boy has been arrested in Camden following a police operation that recovered 16 stolen phones, cash, and an electric motorcycle. The devices are now being returned to their rightful owners.
Operation Details
The arrest came after Metropolitan Police officers were alerted to a phone robbery in Euston at around 8:00 AM on Thursday, February 6, 2025.
- The police helicopter tracked the suspect to the Belsize Park area of Camden, where officers raided a nearby address based on intelligence.
- During the search, officers found:
- £1,000 in cash
- A quantity of cannabis
- 16 stolen mobile phones nearby
- A Surron electric motorcycle outside the property
The teenage suspect was arrested and has been bailed pending further enquiries.
Police Response and Efforts
Inspector John Wilde, a senior officer in Camden, commented on the operation:
“This arrest shows what we are doing to deal with theft and robbery offences, including by offenders riding bikes, e-bikes, and mopeds.
“We are constantly building intelligence, linking offences, and working to establish who might be responsible. And we are responding to robberies at pace.
“These tactics, among others, are enabling us to get significant results like this, recovering stolen goods and drugs, and arresting those we suspect of committing offences.”
Advice for the Public
Police are urging residents to act swiftly if they fall victim to robbery:
- Call 999 immediately if you or someone nearby is a victim of theft.
- If your phone is stolen, ask someone nearby to contact police urgently.
- To provide information about robbery suspects or the sale of stolen goods:
- Call 101
- Message @MetCC on social media
- Report anonymously via Crimestoppers
Ongoing Investigation
The 16-year-old remains under investigation as police continue to trace the origins of the stolen phones and probe the connection between the items seized.
This arrest is part of the Metropolitan Police’s broader effort to combat theft, robbery, and the use of bikes and e-bikes in criminal activities. Further updates will follow as the investigation progresses.
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