Former football manager Harry Redknapp and his wife Sandra have been left shaken after their £5 million mansion in the exclusive Sandbanks area was raided by a masked gang.
The brazen thieves struck while the couple were away, ransacking their home and making off with Sandra's prized jewellery collection. The gang reportedly fled the scene before authorities could arrive.
High-Profile Target
The Redknapps' luxurious waterfront property, located in one of Britain's most affluent neighbourhoods, appears to have been specifically targeted by the criminals. Police are investigating whether the gang had prior knowledge of the couple's movements.
Police Investigation Underway
Dorset Police have launched a full investigation into the burglary, appealing to the public for any information about suspicious activity in the Sandbanks area. Forensic teams have been examining the property for evidence.
"This was clearly a planned operation by professional criminals," a police spokesperson stated. "We're pursuing several lines of enquiry and would urge anyone with information to come forward."
Celebrity Home Security Concerns
The incident has raised fresh concerns about security for high-profile residents in the Sandbanks area, which has become known as "Britain's Palm Beach" due to its concentration of celebrity homes and expensive properties.
Security experts suggest that such high-value homes should consider additional protective measures, especially when owners are away for extended periods.
