Professional footballer 'target of moped gang ram-raid'

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A gang of thugs ram-raiding homes in north London have reportedly forced their way in to the home of a professional footballer. The gang has been smashing doors down using scooters in The Mount area of Hampstead.

According to the Ham and High, when the footballer opened the door, the gang tried to snatch his watch and eventually got away with a bag.

A neighbour who claims to have seen the robbery said:

It is the second theft in the area in as many months where gangs of moped-riders have targeted homeowners. Police describe the men as:

  • Between 18 and 25

  • One was 6ft tall, slim with an Irish accent

  • The other is 6ft2in and of a medium build