TheDrinksBusiness is reporting, a 61-year-old pedicab driver, from Islington, has admitted to stealing fine wine worth £24,000 from a restaurant in London’s financial district. The theft occurred on 6 May 2025, when thief broke into a restaurant on Threadneedle Street, stole 73 bottles of wine, and transported them away using a wheelie bin attached to his tuk-tuk. He later committed further break-ins on 15 and 19 June, stealing more wine and reinforcing his pattern of offending.
The thief was arrested in the early hours of 22 June after being spotted outside a bar by a police constable who recognised him from a suspect briefing. CCTV footage confirmed his distinctive method of transporting the stolen wine.
In addition to the stolen goods, the thief caused over £1,400 worth of damage, including costs for new locks and door repairs. The City of London Police praised the swift work of officers and underlined the importance of treating all burglary reports seriously. They highlighted the significant impact such crimes have on businesses and communities, stressing the role of rapid forensic responses in reducing harm to victims and aiding investigations.
