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MP Mugged in London

A Labour MP was mugged in London by a group of men who stole his mobile phone.

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Chris Webb

Who was mugged in London?: Labour MP Chris Webb was mugged in London by a gang who stole his mobile phone while he was walking home from Parliament.
What was the outcome of the incident?: Despite not being able to recover his phone, a suspect was arrested with a bag of phones. Webb believes he wasn't targeted because he was an MP; the muggers likely didn't know his identity.
Where and when did the mugging take place?: The mugging occurred around 10 PM on Monday night along Lambeth Walk. Webb was approached by a group of men on bikes wearing balaclavas who snatched his phone.
How did the muggers manage to steal the phone?: Although Webb is a large man, the gang's stealth allowed them to quickly take his phone before he could react. He used his smartwatch to lock his phone and assisted police in tracking it.
What is the police's response to this incident?: The Metropolitan Police are investigating the incident. Webb praised the police for their efforts in helping him track his stolen phone.

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