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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Summer Woolley

Watch moment thief stole gold suitcase from woman outside London train station

  • Bilal Arbaoui, 32, was sentenced to one year and 10 months in jail for stealing a gold suitcase valued at £175,000 from a woman outside St Pancras Station in London.
  • The theft occurred on Saturday, April 11, when Arbaoui distracted the woman, who had just arrived from Paris on the Eurostar , by claiming her trousers were dirty and offering a tissue.
  • The stolen suitcase contained high-value items including designer bags, watches, and jewelry, causing significant distress to the victim.
  • British Transport Police used extensive CCTV footage to identify and track down Arbaoui, who initially denied involvement but later pleaded guilty to theft.
  • Following his sentencing at Inner London Crown Court , Arbaoui, from north-west London, was also ordered to pay a £187 surcharge.

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