Smash-and-grab raid at London jewelry store

A smash-and-grab raid took place at a jewelry store in London, according to an article published on 15 February 2026. ABC News reported on the incident, noting that video footage captured the daring nature of the burglary. Jewelry retailers remain frequent targets for such rapid, violent thefts, where offenders break display cases or windows and flee with high-value items in minutes. Business owners in retail should consider reinforced glass, alarm systems, and strategic camera placement to deter and document such attacks. Source : Abcnews See the burglary map to follow reported incidents near you, and our guides to choose an alarm system or check your home insurance .