Five Masked Thugs Blitz Hertford Street Home in Dead of Night

In the early hours of Thursday, 16 October 2025, five armed offenders smashed into a Hertford Street property between 2:00am and 2:30am. The gang made off with several items – including the victim’s car. Police later found the stolen vehicle abandoned on nearby Howard Street.

Police Release E-Fits of Five Suspects in Violent Raid

  • Offender One: White male, late 20s-early 30s, 5ft 6ins-5ft 8ins, slim, dressed all in black with balaclava.
  • Offender Two: Black male, late 20s-early 30s, 6ft tall, average build, black hooded jumper, tracksuit bottoms, balaclava.
  • Offender Three: White male, light-coloured tracksuit, balaclava.
  • Offender Four: White male, dark-coloured tracksuit, balaclava.
  • Offender Five: Mixed heritage male, long-sleeved grey tracksuit.

Detective Gordon Urges Public to Help Nab Hertford Street Raiders

“I am appealing for anyone who recognises these men from the e-fits to come forward,” said Detective Constable Gordon. “If you have any information or witnessed the incident, please get in touch.”

Anyone with tips should call 101 quoting reference 43250527854 or report online via the Thames Valley Police website.

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