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Thieves in Deliveroo Gear Target Home with Hammers
18 Jul
Summary
- Two men disguised as delivery drivers attempted a hammer-led home invasion.
- The suspects attempted to force entry into the residence at approximately 8:30 PM.
- Homeowners managed to prevent the break-in and shared doorbell footage.
Two individuals posing as Deliveroo drivers attempted to break into a family home in Benfleet, Essex, on the evening of July 5th. The suspects arrived at the property and falsely claimed to have a delivery before attempting to force their way inside around 8:30 PM. The quick-thinking homeowners managed to secure the door, preventing the intruders from entering and causing them to escape. The family has since shared an image from their Ring doorbell footage to aid the police investigation and prevent similar incidents. They stated they do not know why their home was targeted. Police are seeking public assistance, describing the suspects as black with Essex accents. There is no indication the suspects were affiliated with Deliveroo. This incident occurred recently, within the last week, and the police are actively investigating. The homeowners have expressed distress over the footage being shared online without their consent, emphasizing their ongoing recovery from the event.
