Richmond Park bike robberies: 16-year-old arrested after string of brazen thefts in popular riding spot

The teen was arrested on suspicion of robbery and possession of a weapon after cyclists were targeted by thieves in west London

Police Leicestershire PCSO
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A 16-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a string of shocking bike thefts in London’s Richmond Park.

The news of the spate of violent attacks emerged earlier this month when British pro Alexandar Richardson revealed he was robbed at knife-point by a gang riding mopeds.

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Alex Ballinger