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Smash and grab robbery on St John's Wood jeweller's
Robbers smashed the window of a St John's Wood jeweller's and grabbed more than £150,000 of gems and watches.
The jewellery shop, in St John's Wood High Street, was targeted at around 3.15pm yesterday.
Six people on three mopeds pulled up at the front of the shop.
The three pillion passengers got off the bikes and smashed the display window and glass in the entranceway.
The door was forced open and the three entered the shop smashing display cabinets and threatening members of staff with a sledge hammer.
More than £150,000 worth of jewellery and watches was stolen.
The six people, all wearing helmets and leathers, left the scene on the mopeds heading in the direction of Baker Street.
DS Stuart Parsons, Westminster crime squad, said: "This robbery took place in the middle of the afternoon in a busy street.
"I would like to hear from anyone who may have seen the incident taking place or has any information about those involved or the jewellery and watches that were stolen.
Anyone with any information should contact Westminster burglary squad on 020 7321 9888 or 020 7321 5868. In an emergency please call 999.
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