Sir Mick Jagger's fiancée, Melanie Hamrick, has alleged that she was physically attacked during a night out at the exclusive Mayfair club Annabel's. The incident, which occurred on Tuesday, left the 38-year-old former ballerina feeling heartbroken and shaken, according to her social media posts.
Instagram Post Details the Alleged Assault
Ms Hamrick, who has been engaged to the Rolling Stones frontman for three years and is the mother of his youngest child, Deveraux, shared her distress on Instagram. She wrote, 'This is incredibly hard to share, but I was physically attacked at Annabel's Mayfair tonight. I'm so thankful to my friends for protecting me. Two people grabbed me from behind and thank God for the good people who stepped in to help me.'
She added, 'I'm shaken, sad and heartbroken that people can treat each other this way.' The post was removed hours later, but not before drawing significant attention to the alleged event.
Evening Out Precedes the Incident
Prior to the attack, Ms Hamrick had dined with her socialite friend Emma Thynn at the upscale restaurant Nobu before heading to Annabel's. The assault is believed to have taken place outside the private members' club in Berkeley Square, a location known for its prestige and exclusivity.
Melanie Hamrick, who danced with the American Ballet Theatre for 15 years before retiring in 2019, has been in a relationship with 82-year-old Sir Mick Jagger since 2014. The couple share a young son named Devereux.
Rising Crime in Mayfair and London's West End
This incident comes amid a surge in brazen daytime heists targeting some of London's most expensive stores. Thieves have been swiping thousands of pounds worth of luxury watches, handbags, and jewellery, with the area around Berkeley Square in Mayfair identified as one of the worst in the capital for robberies and street crime.
Official figures suggest that people are 30 times more likely to be a victim of crime in this area compared to elsewhere in London. Police data indicates there were 115 robberies per 1,000 residents locally, starkly contrasting with London's overall robbery rate of about 3.7 per 1,000 people between December 2024 and November 2025.
Escalating Thefts and Security Concerns
Thefts and robberies, particularly targeting mobile phones, have tripled over a recent four-year period across London's West End. Tens of thousands of cases have been reported, with Mayfair and St James's being particularly vulnerable. Some wary visitors have resorted to hiring private security when venturing around the district.
In a notable example, raiders ploughed a car into the front of Phillips auction house last May in a suspected attempt to steal a Damian Hirst artwork. The vehicle was abandoned, leaving glass scattered on the pavement outside the venue, which boasts round-the-clock security.
Nearby jewellery shops have taken precautions, such as removing stock of Rolexes and Cartiers from windows after closing for the night. One shop worker remarked, 'We can't take our eye off the ball for a minute around here.'
Organised Crime Targets High-End Brands
Organised criminals have been increasingly targeting prized brands like Rolex and Yves Saint Laurent, as well as a string of high-end jewellers in the capital. Critics have described the situation as 'lawless,' with gangs using sledgehammers to smash windows, riding motorbikes into stores, and ramming SUVs through barred doors to secure valuable loot.
This trend has affected other high-profile individuals. Last month, the Daily Mail revealed that Tom Cruise abruptly left his £35 million apartment in the One Hyde Park building in west London because he felt the area had become too unsafe. A source close to the 63-year-old actor said he believed the star-studded location had 'declined' recently.
Additionally, a fashion designer to Hollywood stars was mugged for his ultra-rare £2 million Richard Mille watch in Mayfair last month, further underscoring the risks in the district.
Official Responses to the Alleged Attack
Sources at Annabel's have stated that the club has not received any complaints regarding the alleged incident involving Melanie Hamrick. Meanwhile, the Metropolitan Police confirmed that they had not received any reports of the alleged attack, leaving the details of the event unverified by authorities.
The combination of this personal allegation and the broader context of rising crime in London's luxury areas highlights ongoing security challenges in the city's most affluent neighbourhoods.
