"London Police Use Undercover Tactics to Combat Watch Theft Epidemic"
Scotland Yard has deployed undercover officers posing as victims to catch the so-called Rolex Rippers responsible for violent watch muggings in London. The officers, wearing valuable timepieces, were targeted by robbers in hotspots, leading to 27 arrests and 21 convictions. The innovative tactic has halved robberies in some areas, with luxury watch theft dropping by 50% in certain boroughs. The operation was launched after a spate of terrifying watch robberies, and the Met Commander for Intelligence emphasized the importance of self-awareness and not fighting back if targeted.