Overview
- Two helmeted men on a scooter allegedly pulled alongside Valsecchi near Piazza del Popolo around 12:30 and ripped a Patek Philippe Aquanaut from his wrist.
- The theft occurred between via dell’Oca and via Principessa Clotilde and was described as a rapid strike lasting under a minute.
- Valsecchi told officers he had no time to react, and he did not report injuries in his statement.
- Investigators are analyzing surveillance footage and have not announced any arrests as the probe continues.
- Police say the method matches a specialist crew targeting luxury timepieces such as Patek Philippe, Rolex and Cartier for quick resale on the black market.