Met Police Chief Apologises After Selina Scott Robbery Response Failures London West End

Veteran broadcaster Selina Scott was mugged by a gang in London's West End, where she was struck on the back of the leg and had her purse stolen near Waterstones on Piccadilly. Despite being in a busy area, she was unable to find any police officers to report the crime, and the nearest police station had been closed four years prior. The following day, officers failed to visit her home for a planned appointment due to a lack of available police cars. Scott expressed feeling humiliated, angry, and fearful for public safety, criticizing the lack of police presence and non-functioning CCTV cameras in the area. Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley apologized for the inadequate response and acknowledged the force fell short in providing proper service and protection. The incident has raised significant concerns about policing and public safety in central London.