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Hammer-wielding robbers injure three in Chelsea jewellery heist

The Metropolitan Police are appealing for witnesses after two men attacked a shop linked to celebrity antiques expert Ian Towning, making off with thousands of pounds worth of jewellery.

  • Two men armed with hammers attacked Bourbon Hanby Antiques Arcade in Chelsea, stealing valuable jewellery.
  • The incident occurred on Tuesday, resulting in three people being hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
  • Ian Towning, a well-known antiques expert and former director of the targeted shop, has previously appeared on television shows such as Dickinson's Real Deal.
  • The Metropolitan Police have launched an appeal for witnesses and are particularly interested in dashcam or CCTV footage from the area.
  • This is not the first time the shop has been targeted; a previous robbery in 2008 left Mr. Towning seriously injured.
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