An influencer's expensive bag was stolen while she was shopping at a posh store in London.

As the excitement of the holiday season began to wind down, Londoners were given a stern warning by an influencer after a shocking incident occurred. Janice Joostema, a popular model, took to social media to share her unfortunate experience at a popular clothing store on Oxford Street. While trying on clothes, a thief had boldly walked into her changing room and snatched her brand new Birkin bag, worth a staggering £10,000. Not only did she lose a prized possession, but her passport was also inside the bag, forcing her to cancel her upcoming trip to Switzerland.

In a CCTV footage that Janice shared on her social media account, the thief can be seen wandering around the store, seemingly waiting for the perfect opportunity to steal something. With a calculated move, she sneaked into Janice's changing room while the model was trying on clothes, unaware and facing away from the door. The thief then walked out of the store with the Birkin bag on her arm before quickly fleeing the scene.

Janice's shock and distress can be seen in the footage as she frantically runs out of the changing room, trying to make sense of what just happened. Unfortunately, she was unable to retrieve her bag, but she made sure to warn her 1.2 million followers and all Londoners about the dangers of theft in the city. She urged people to always be vigilant of their surroundings and to not leave their belongings unattended, especially in public places.

In her post, Janice expressed her gratitude for being unharmed but also shared her feelings of violation and fear. She emphasized the hard work and sacrifices she had made to own such an expensive item, and how it was devastating to have it taken away in such a way. However, she also acknowledged that it was not worth putting oneself at risk to catch the thief and reminded everyone to take necessary precautions, such as locking their bags or keeping them in sight at all times.

The incident serves as a reminder for all Londoners to be extra cautious, as pickpocketing and thefts are unfortunately quite common in the city. According to recent statistics, Westminster has the highest rate of pickpocketing, with over 28,000 incidents reported in the past year alone. The Metropolitan Police have launched an investigation into Janice's case after the video went viral on social media.

Sadly, this incident is not an isolated one, as tourists visiting London for the holiday season have also fallen victim to theft. One woman, Charlie Hernan, had £500 worth of filming equipment stolen from her while she was at the popular Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park. The increase in such incidents has raised concerns among the public, as well as the authorities, with more than 79,000 reports of pickpocketing received in the past year.

As Janice and many others have learned the hard way, it is crucial to always be mindful of our surroundings and take necessary precautions to avoid falling victim to such crimes. Let us all take this as a reminder to stay safe and look out for ourselves and others in the bustling and diverse city of London.

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