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Brazen Thief Swipes Christmas Present from Lady Colin Campbell's Castle
17 Dec
Summary
- A thief broke into Lady Colin Campbell's castle and stole a Christmas present.
- CCTV footage shows a bearded man entering the castle's porch area.
- Lady Campbell offers a £500 reward for information leading to the thief's capture.
A recent theft at Castle Goring, owned by 'I'm A Celeb' star Lady Colin Campbell, has prompted the socialite to offer a substantial reward. The incident involved a thief who brazenly entered the West Sussex property and stole a Christmas gift intended for one of her sons.
CCTV footage released by Lady Campbell shows a man with a beard, clad in white clothing, entering the castle's porch area and taking the present. Lady Campbell, known for her royal biographies, has criticized the police's effectiveness, vowing to offer £500 for information leading to the thief's identification and stating her intent to pursue a private prosecution.
The castle, a Grade I listed building near Worthing, is a significant family estate that Lady Campbell has invested heavily in restoring and now operates as a wedding venue. This incident highlights a broader trend of rising parcel thefts, with millions of pounds worth of goods stolen annually across the UK, particularly during the busy holiday shopping season.
