Words: Jamie Tabberer; picture: ITV
Judge Rob Rinder has spoken of his “overwhelming sadness” after being mugged in the street.
Taking to Twitter last night, the Judge Rinder star said his phone was stolen by “three boys in balaclavas”.
The TV judge, also known for shows like The Rob Rinder Verdict, says the attack occurred in the Finchley Road and Canfield Gardens area of London.
“Help me find these people”
In a tweet the star said: “I’ve just had my phone grabbed out my hands by 3 boys wearing balaclavas on bikes (Finchley Road & Canfield gardens).
“They laughed as I shouted to drop it. Im in shock but am insured & privileged. Others are less lucky. Help me find these people & stop them (financial reward). [Sic].”
After the rage, I feel an overwhelming sense of sadness for these boys because I’ve seen where their path leads.
In the meantime we need to champion, train & fully resource our brave police officers – who come from EVERY background – to work with ALL communities to protect us. https://t.co/Kd7rGbU87t
— Robert Rinder (@RobbieRinder) March 25, 2021
He today added: “After the rage, I feel an overwhelming sense of sadness for these boys because I’ve seen where their path leads.
“In the meantime we need to champion, train & fully resource our brave police officers – who come from EVERY background – to work with ALL communities to protect us.”
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In a statement, the Met Police said: “Police are investigating after receiving a report of a theft at approximately 20.40 hrs on Wednesday, 24 March on Finchley Road.
“Three males dressed in black approached the victim and took his mobile phone. Enquiries are on-going. No arrests at this early stage.”
In a statement to Attitude, Rinder thanked the public for their “overwhelming support,” adding: “Whilst I can afford to replace this handset, for other victims, most of whom are far less privileged than me,, a phone is a lifeline to family and friends, and especially critical in lockdown. We need to work together alongside our police officers to stop this.
“I feel more sorry for them now… After the limited flush of rage, now gone, I feel an overwhelming sense of sadness for these boys – that this is where they are. I hope that they’ll find something else for their lives. How sad they must be; they don’t know the path they’re on…
“I pray that they’ll find purpose, joy and something lawful to do before they get to the end of the path because I know – after years at The Bar – what lies there.”