Labour MP Chris Webb is ‘attacked and mugged’ by gang who snatched his mobile phone on way back to London flat
LABOUR MP Chris Webb has described being mugged by a gang who snatched his mobile phone.
The member for Blackpool South said he was attacked as he returned to his flat in London on Monday night.
In a post on social media, he said he was assaulted by a "group of individuals".
Webb said that he was left uninjured and "ok".
He praised the Metropolitan Police for their "swift response and support".
Writing on X, he said: "Last night, as I was returning to my flat in London, I was attacked and mugged by a group of individuals.
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"Luckily, I have no injuries and I am ok. Unfortunately, they just took my phone so I;m without one for the foreseeable future.
"I want to thank the @metpoliceuk for their swift response and support.
"The officers who assisted me went above and beyond. They are a remarkable credit to the force.
"If you need to reach me, please contact my office on 01253 532 401. Thank you."
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Other MPs showed their support in the comments including fellow Labour MPs Kate Osborne, Chris Bryant and Josh Fenton-Glynn.
The MP for Jarrow and Gateshead East said: "That's awful. Sorry to hear this Chris x."
Former leader of Liberal Democrats Tim Farron wrote: "That's awful - I hope you are ok?"
Jacob Collier, MP for Burton and Uttoxeter, added: "So sorry to see this, Chris. Best wishes."
A Met Police spokesperson said: "Officers were called at 21:55hrs on Monday, 4 November following reports of a robbery on Lambeth Walk.
"The victim was approached by a group of men who stole his phone from his hand. Enquiries remain ongoing.
"Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or 'X' @MetCC and quote CAD7685/4 November.
"You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
