87-Year-Old Susan Hampshire Mugged on London Underground

Susan Hampshire, the 87-year-old actress known for her roles in iconic British TV shows, recently shared her experience of being mugged on the London Underground, where she lost her phone and purse. During a Talking Pictures event, she expressed her regret, stating, 'I wish I’d put my money in my bra because I lost my phone and my purse.' The incident highlights a troubling trend in rising crime on the Tube, with recent reports indicating a significant increase in thefts, particularly mobile phone thefts, which have nearly doubled over the past five years. Transport for London statistics show that theft is the most common crime on the network, accounting for a majority of recorded offences. In response to the surge in crimes, the UK government is proposing new measures to empower police to tackle street theft more effectively. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has emphasized the need for improved security measures from tech companies to combat the organized crime driving this wave of thefts.