London Socialite’s $12.5M Jewellery Heist: Hermes Bags Among Stolen Treasures

Jewellery Heist over £10 million ($12.5 million) was done in a daring robbery from an expensive house in Avenue Road, north London. The daring robbery took place on December 7, leaving the authorities and victims with several questions. The victims have now promised a reward of up to £1.5 million for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect.

High-Profile Victims and Stolen Items

Among the stolen items were rare pieces owned by Shafira Huang, a prominent art collector and multi-millionaire influencer. The haul included jewel-encrusted necklaces, a 10.73-carat diamond ring, Chopard diamond earrings, and several bespoke pieces from luxury brands such as Van Cleef & Arpels, Katherine Wang, and Chrome Hearts. Additionally, Hermes Crocodile Kelly handbags worth £150,000 and £15,000 in cash were taken.

The Method of the Heist

A thief for this Jewellery Heist is believed to be a male in his late 20s to 30s. Apparently, he sneaked into the second-floor window of the said property while his residents were absent, wearing dark hoodie, cargo pants, and a baseball cap. Metropolitan police suspect that this was a “pre-planned professional job“, as the man was armed with an unknown weapon, and he didn’t need much effort to enter the house with its security locks.

Family’s Statement and Safety Concerns

A family spokesperson revealed that the break-in came dangerously close to a direct confrontation. “Only by 63 seconds, a staff member avoided encountering the robber face-to-face,” they said. The incident has left the family shaken, describing the intrusion as a violation of their sanctuary.

Police Investigation and Public Appeal

Detective Paulo Roberts of the Metropolitan Police referred to the crime as a “brazen offence.” The sentimental value of the jewellery stolen is said to be enormous. Many pieces are unique and easily identifiable, giving hope that some may be recovered. Anyone with information about the thefts is urged to come forward as authorities are now offering a handsome reward.

The ongoing investigation is a reminder of the extent to which crime has been committed against luxury assets.