Jewellery theft at antique shop in Ely

An antique shop in Ely, Cambridgeshire, was targeted in a theft that saw jewellery worth thousands of pounds taken. According to reports published on 17 December 2024, different sources cite varying amounts stolen—Elystandard reports £7,000 worth of jewellery, whilst Cambridgenews reports more than £2,000. The theft highlights the vulnerability of retail premises to burglary, particularly antique and jewellery dealers who hold high-value stock.

Antique and specialist retail shops should ensure adequate security measures are in place, including robust locks, alarm systems, and CCTV coverage of stock areas.

Source : Cambridgenews · Elystandard