Quick Police Action Leads to Arrests in Hornchurch Courier Robbery

On Saturday, 24 January, police received reports of a courier robbery on Harwood Avenue, Hornchurch.

Officers attended the location and began conducting an area search for the car and two men involved in the incident.

During the search, an officer came across the vehicle linked to the robbery. The car was safely stopped and the men were detained.

Two men in their 40s were arrested and the stolen parcels and packages were recovered.

Both men were charged and attended court on Monday, 26 January, where they were remanded on conditional bail until their hearing at Crown Court in February.

The Metropolitan Police are prioritising precise community crime-fighting by ensuring officers are visible and accessible. They are also strengthening partnerships with the community and expanding the use of technology to target the most harmful offenders.

Read more about how the Met is prioritising community crime-fighting here. You can also sign up to receive updates directly from local officers using Met Engage to hear about local incidents, events, and crime prevention advice.

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