In a scene straight out of an action film, an Australian model became the unlikely heroine of her own story when she chased down thieves who snatched her phone in London. The dramatic pursuit, captured on video, has since gone viral, showcasing her fearless determination.
The incident unfolded in broad daylight as the model was walking through a busy street. Two suspects on a moped swiftly grabbed her phone before speeding off. But what they didn’t anticipate was her quick reflexes and sheer grit.
Without hesitation, she sprinted after the thieves, weaving through traffic and pedestrians. The footage shows her closing in on the moped, shouting for help as bystanders watched in shock. Her relentless pursuit forced the thieves to abandon their escape route, dropping the phone in the process.
"I wasn’t thinking—I just reacted," the model later said. "Losing my phone meant losing precious memories and personal data. I couldn’t let them get away with it."
Local authorities have praised her bravery but cautioned the public against confronting criminals directly. "While her actions were courageous, we always advise victims to prioritise their safety and report incidents to the police," a spokesperson said.
The video has sparked a wider conversation about street crime in urban areas, with many calling for increased police presence and tougher penalties for offenders.
