January 27th 2025.
Ted Lasso, the popular TV series, is set in the charming neighbourhood of Richmond. However, the picturesque suburb has recently become a target for burglars. Yes, you heard that right – multi-million-pound homes featured in the show have been hit by a string of break-ins.
For those unfamiliar with the show, Ted Lasso follows the story of an American football coach who moves to Richmond Green to coach the fictional team, AFC Richmond. While the series is a hit among viewers, the real-life residents of the area are not too thrilled about the consequences of their neighbourhood being in the spotlight.
According to locals, the recent burglaries can be attributed to the show's popularity. It seems that the high-end homes featured in the series caught the attention of some not-so-law-abiding individuals. One of the targeted properties belongs to the character played by Hannah Waddingham, but fortunately, the thieves were scared off before they could take anything.
Unfortunately, not everyone was as lucky as Waddingham's character. British rocker Richard Ashcroft, of The Verve fame, reportedly had over £1,000,000 worth of goods stolen from his home. A neighbour revealed that they called the police when they heard the alarm go off at Ashcroft's house, but by the time the authorities arrived, the culprits had already fled. The neighbourhood, located near the River Thames, is known for its luxurious homes and is often referred to as an affluent London suburb.
"It's a shame that the police didn't show up sooner," one resident shared with The Sun. "If they had, they might have caught the burglars in the act. Now, we're all living in fear."
Another local spoke to the Mail, stating, "It doesn't take a genius to figure out that someone from the gang must have watched Ted Lasso and noticed the wealthy homes in the area. They saw the opportunity and took it."
In total, four homes were targeted in the burglaries, all of which were used as filming locations for the show. In the latest London news, plans for a £15 trillion tunnel connecting London and New York have been revealed. Plus, a list of neighbourhoods expected to rise in popularity by 2025 has been announced. But amidst all the excitement, the iconic G-A-Y Bar has been put up for sale, as the owner is fed up with the opposition from local residents.
The suspects behind the Richmond break-ins are believed to be a group of six, armed with crowbars. It is reported that four members of the gang break into the homes while the other two keep watch outside. The Metropolitan Police's Temporary Detective Superintendent Dan O'Sullivan has stated that they are taking proactive measures to prevent future burglaries and assure residents that they are working hard to solve the case. "We have reason to believe that some of these burglaries may be connected," he shared.
So, for those living in Richmond, it's important to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. And for those planning to visit the charming neighbourhood, rest assured that the local police are doing everything they can to keep the streets safe.
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