The police are told what to do by government, government are not interested in the general public and this is why this problem is here, and possibly here to stay as the country becomes more dangerous. Well done on this report Paul and all the best for a happy and safe future.
Thanks for exposing the sorry state of police enforcement in this country. Protect your family, protect your property, protect yourself; nobody else will.
I’ve had my suspicions that our police are worse than useless but this tragic story has confirmed it, I also now understand why people don’t get involved as the police clearly take the easy option and arrest you if it turns bad. I have also made the decision to sell my watch and buy a casino. Total respect to you
I've noticed during my working life that the majority of people are useless at their jobs. Most people do less than the bare minimum, have zero commitment to their role and generally fail to actually perform any of the tasks that their job entails.
This sort of crime used to be serious, now it's just a crime number and a claim on your insurance... Disgusting attack Paul.... We share your serious concerns... Glad you recovered ... And I wish you and your nephew well... Stay safe mate.
Police and Villains are two teams cheerfully playing a game they understand well and have played for a long time. They respect each other’s tactics and know the rules inside out. The public however, especially victims, are an unwelcome intrusion into their game, a disruptive annoyance.
I saw an Australian tv show on UK freeview trying to show cops in a good light - they were friendly and chatty to a local graffiti vandal as if they were mates.
Wow, Paul what a story. So sorry you had to go through any of this. This country is, sadly lost, there seems to be a total breakdown in law and and order and in most cases the Police are impotent and useless. You've gained a new subscriber, much respect to you Sir!
You're an absolute legend Paul. I've only been watching your videos for a couple of months now, but this country needs more people like you standing up to the evil scum in this world. Keep up the good work mate!
Paul being brought up in a area where robberies was the norm. We realised from a young age we can only fight this battle ourselves. We had to become violent people for the sake of our livelihoods. We went through 3 riots and in all of them somebody was killed and businesses destroyed. They never convicted anybody even though on all 3 occasions they had the culprits. Just wish the best for you and your family
It's crazy at the moment! I was mugged and attacked 6 weeks ago in Leicester Square for my IWC watch. Police literately just took my details and did nothing - said it happens all the time
I don't get how you get robbed there tho, no disrespect intended but there's always a lot of police on patrol around there, and I've worn a few rolexs around there and nothing happens to me, just have to be vigilant around there and just accept the feds are useless 😂😂😂😂
Shocking and disgusting practice from the police.....incompetence at it's highest.....put in a complaint to the official police complaints board then get out to Spain like you have mentioned.....UK is not what it used to be and its only heading one way. Good luck to you Paul and all of your family.
Bloody heck Paul. I've just come across your post in November 23. My mum wears her Rolex, but she says that she always keeps pulling her jumper down over it. All her hard work to be able to own the watch. The same hard work that pays taxes to keep the scum in benefits.
People nowadays are more worried about what the British justice system will do to them for defending themselves if they retaliate than what the muggers will do! Starting to hate this country with a passion!
Very true! My advice. Fight back with extreme prejudice. When the threat is down, get out of the area immediately before the pigs turn up. If the pigs get you, say nothing and get yourself legal representation. Give yourself time to create an appropriate "get out of jail" story. That's reality.
God bless you and your family Been a part of inadequate policing myself having to move home with my young son after a Machete attack by 6 youths. Thankfully and by the grace of god he got away. I packed his things into my car and immediately left the area as the police although they knew who they were closed the case within an hour of opening it. He is now doing really well albeit in another area
These videos have really made me and my wife more aware when we’re wearing our watches and going out in the city. Thank you for sharing these experiences and I’m sorry you had to go through this.
You are bang on, the police were negligent and because of that these violent cowards are free to attack and injure other members of the public, and most certainly have gone on to do just that. So bad that you and young Alphie had that experience and were let down so myserably.
You left me speechless! So much taken and destroyed for some pointless monetary gain. I am truly sorry about all this Paul. I was victim of a violent attack myself many years ago so I know that time slowly heals that part. But the denial of the bobbies to offer a few hours of due diligence to a well deserving citizen I would never get over. Outrageous!
This was clearly a vicious pre planned robbery by proper criminals . I have dealt with Paul on many occasions , he is a very genuine decent man. Thank you Paul for having the courage to talk about your dreadful experiences and documenting them so well with your videos. I wish you and your family every happinesses for the future .
Hi Paul , dunno if you’ll see this but my heart goes out to you and all your family. I live off the a22 and I so wish I’d been there to help . Great to see you’re trying to move on , your videos with Tommy etc etc & June 1st are inspiring mate . As for the police , they are without doubt the most corrupt woefully inept & cowardly gang in this country. Stay strong mate .
Sorry to hear about what happened to you and your family. Our world is changing for the worst and it seems like the authorities are no-longer interested in finding the bad guys
Over 20 yrs ago I left my work in London, sold my house. I don't know how many times I was mugged and burgled there, I was a nervous wreck at the end. The worst time was when I was getting in a lift in a block of flats, they jumped in+ I thought they were going to strangle me as one man pulled my scarf over my face (to stop me shouting). It was my bag they stole. I must say the locals were kind as I sank to the floor on the balcony, sobbing my heart out + they took me into their flat, phoned the police. In my case, the force was better because some time after I had a phonecall asking me to pick them out in a lineup. They had found my handbag with my N.Ireland driving licence which in those days was a booklet with a photo. However, I was terrified of picking out the wrong person in a lineup, especially as being naive from N.Ireland back then, I couldn't distinguish others' features well enough. - Time we all learned self defense but then in the shock, we might not use it.
Literally made my blood boil again watching this. Not at the attackers! At the old bill!! Unreal!! And BTW - amazing video/production etc - different class!
I thought the UK was bad in terms of crime, but I was still considering visiting my wife's ancestral town in Wales with the family. This was an important public service announcement. It was also a brave act to share this, further putting you in the police crosshairs, or perhaps the path of their aimed baton in the UK. Thank you for sharing this. I have traveled to many countries of varying degrees of civility, but now realize the precautions that need to be made before and during a visit to the UK. It is basically the same for a country like Morocco. Not third world, but not exactly a place to wear a gold wedding ring. This isn't meant to talk down on the UK in general or its people, only the criminal aspect and selective enforcement of law. God be with you Mr. Thorpe. It is very possible your message will save a few from a similar fate, if only to avoid the locale and better prepare themselves when going out in the UK.
So sorry to hear this. What a terrible ordeal. It makes anyone reading this feel quite insecure that you can no longer expect the police to protect you against violent criminals.
I've seen first hand how the Police in London have betrayed the trust of decent hard-working people like you Paul. My heart goes out to yo and your family. Due to ill health I'm retiring in a year and will be doing so in Spain. I was brought up in the 70s and it breaks my heart to see how bad things have become here. My final few years will be spent away from the UK. No desire to return and certainly no trust in the Police
This is why I'm going off high end watches. There are some great micro brands out there which have some really interesting, well made watches. Not worth risking your life to wear an expensive watch.
@@Row2nd I think my logic has escaped you. Living in a better house gives you greater amenity, it's warmer, there is more space, it's a more pleasant place to live. These things can be objectively measured and subjectively felt. A £3,000 Tudor, when measured for its actual function, i.e. telling you what time of day it is, is every bit as capable as a £50,000 AP. You may prefer the look of the AP, and you may like the thoughts about what it says about you as a person (successful with good taste etc), but this is entirely subjective. Other people may quite legitimately think the Tudor scores better on both points. Anyway, that's my opinion, I just don't accept the house analogy.
Thinking about it, you are correct to an extent of course. Otherwise I would wear a Casio F-91 which I don't. However I do acknowledge that my watches, although costing considerably more than the Casio, don't do any better job of actually telling the time than the Casio. I guess it's all a question of degree. If you are wandering around London wearing a Rolex Sub, you just have to be aware that it makes you a target, sad though that is.
Think we need to remember the primary reason most people buy expensive watches, is to flash. Not all, but the majority of Rolex owners for example. If posing is the objective then you have no option and you take the risk of being mugged. If you're interested in and appreciate nice watches, you can get really great ones from brands no one has heard of to wear when you go somewhere where you might get targeted. I've got a GTM Master ii and an Explorer, and I won't wear them if I'm going somewhere, where I might be at risk. It's just not worth it and personally I think a Casio looks way cooler these days!
Poor Paul and Alfy, the police are not interested. It is the same in The Netherlands. When my Mother's most expensive rings were robbed and money., the police said there was nothing they could do I said to one of them, the robber, that I would get my gangster Friends from the UK to sort him out. I was so angry. Hope your robbers get their Karma and I am a firm believer in Karma, Paul. Thank you very much for sharing this sad happening with us. I think you and Alfy were very courageous. It was sad that there weren't many people about, they would not have been that brazen Thanks again, Paul, just enjoy the times you share with your Wife, Children, Family and Friends and the Public. Take care, Paul. ❤❤❤
Moving story and really hope things have stabilized and you are more at ease with life. A long time ago I was friends with David Duggan ( now a very well established watch dealer) and he often travelled from his home in Lytham down to London and the Police informed him that they had viable evidence that he would be attacked & robbed whilst on one of these journeys but they were not sure where or when he would be done. Thankfully the police got the gang before they got to David but it stuck in my mind how much it troubled him prior to the arrests. Anyway good luck with whatever you are doing now.
I don’t even know what to say man.. jeez Paul thank you for sharing these stories, part 3 legit scared the snot out of me. Strength in numbers, in whatever form justice will be served. We’ll always be here whatever capacity of support you need man.
I am absolutely shocked and disgusted by this trilogy of violence and betrayal. I hope your videos brought you some level of closure. The world is a cruel and twisted mess. How you found the tenacity to move forward with the drive for change is beyond comprehension. You’re a good man Paul, keep up the great work. X
Wow….simply shocking in all 3 cases. Those are very tough things to deal with Paul especially having none of the assailants ever being hunted. That’s a true mental health scar that clearly lives with you and in the third case probably Alfie too. Thank you for sharing these terrible events.
As others have said, you always wear your heart on your sleeve and aren’t afraid to speak your mind. Your candor and honesty is why I believe you have such a loyal fan base. As always Paul, I appreciate your integrity and bravery to talk about these incredibly difficult things you’ve had to go through. Thank you, Paul.
I am certain some of those dislikes came from Sussex police. Alfie seems to be managing like a champ. Best wishes to him. Narration and photography are great. PT, you inspire us with your words man.
This is so emotional, Paul. Is there any other avenue that you could take legally. To gain access to CCTV cameras as a victim and use private Investigators or your self and put infront of the courts? Or does it always mean that every criminal event has to be investigated by the Police at their whim ?
thank you so much for sharing this story again paul it must be so hard for you and just want you to know we all appreciate it !!!keep your head up man 👍🏻
True story....I did a short story in 2020 regarding the Met Police and actually asked 100 people in the street (this was in Croydon) if they had any respect for the police.....78% said NO. Says it all. Keep up the good work 👍
Thanks for sharing such harrowing tales Paul, it must have been extremely difficult reliving these terrible experiences and visiting where they happened, but maybe in sharing it brings about some form of catharsis for you, much love mate.
You shouldn't have to though I love it when I go abroad and can wear my gold without anyone looking to rob me. You don't realise how hyper vigilant you are in England till your not there.
I live in Singapore and you regularly see people walking around wearing a Patek or even a Richard Mille. They never get robbed they just get compliments.
Paul you left me speachless. What a horrendous experience! I hope you and Alfie all the best. No words can describe a near death experience like that!!! I have great respect for you my friend!!
I would sell everything and get the fuck out of this shitehole and chill in a place with nice people and climate ditch all the “stuff” and live a mellow life
Incredulous at the police response ,suffice to say if your road tax, M O T or insurance were out of date,every camera on that route would of been in operation 😒
I have, for many years, wanted to own a Rolex. I’m now 71y/o and can finally afford one. Having watched your videos and listened to your experiences I no longer want one. It seems, that simply by wearing a nice watch makes me a target, together with the way Rolex behave as a company, I want nothing to do with any of that.
Such powerful, moving and maddening stories. I am glad you have your life yet feel for you deeply for having gone through so much. The stress of not knowing if you were going to be charged must have been like absolute torture. I try to train myself to give up a watch I am wearing but even though they are insured, there remains a chance if I don't guage the robber or robbers correctly and think I can defend myself or escape, I worry I might have a sad end. As a result of stories like yours and so many more in my big city, I rotate my collection more often and wear lower key models whenever i feel it's higher risk. That being said, since I won't stop wearing high end watches, a robbery can happen most anywhere. Sorry for your loss of feelings of any pride. Truth is you are stronger than ever and gained insight into your own strength, which is side by side in realizing how vulnerable we all actually are. God bless.
I've recently seen a case when someone attacked a teen boy..stabbed him in the head..and the punishment? The attacker had to write an apology letter and pay £50...I keep saying the UK is finished, it's not safe here at all...that's why I'm leaving in a few months for good
I am sorry to say I have had similar treatment at the hands of the Police. The first time was a great shock and I began to wake up. The second time I knew. Whilst I am sure there are good Police Officers out there, the institution is ruined, just like the NHS and other once highly respected institutions. The England of my youth is gone. The World perception of England is no more.
And here’s the thing. One can accept the notion that the Police may not have the resources or budget to pursue every crime. But surely as criminals are allowed to walk free and continue to commit crimes unchecked, whatever resources and budget is available is under even more pressure. Absolutely astonished how short sighted the met are.
Very well produced videos Paul, but what awful situations to be in, to think that these scum are prepared to maim or even possibly kill someone for a watch is sickening. Not to mention the long term affects. Stay safe 🙏🏻
Hi I have watched all three parts and can not believe it the pain for you and your family must of been enough just from the first time but for the lack of help and support from the police to top it off must of been frustrating to say the least ,beyond heartbreaking . Sorry that you have had to give you job and passion up for it but I can also understand why . This could be a film it’s just so unreal ,keep strong
When you have to plead with the police to examine the evidence from a violent robbery and they say "we can't cos it costs 500 quid" ....... I'm lost for words. It seems the moral of this series is, if someone violently robs your watch then your own your own. If you defend yourself and try and stop being robbed, then your looking at being arrested yourself..... Thank you Paul. Iv found this 3 video series fascinating and very eye opening. I applaud your courage
Sorry to hear that story and no surprises with the help that wasn't given But greatly put over And handled like a true gentleman and humble man And what goes around comes around Take care and the story alone is a learning curve for most who take HEED GODBLESS 🍀
Paul i had my account robbed in Oct, i got intouch with the police fraud team. I asked them if they looked at CCTVs at the shops where they usedy details theyd probably catch them. I was told they do not have the man power or funds ! Probably the same for you Paul. Hope your alot better now, you can't let them win.
I have a collection only Rolex. I generally have not worn them. I’ve not worn a watch for a few years as the business I’m in there is risk of being followed home every time I go out and return I have to be vigilant as well as my family, sad times you feel as though you can’t wear a nice watch out
Thank you for telling this story. It's disgusting how corrupt the country has become nowadays. The police need to do something soon, otherwise citizens will take matters into their own hands. Don't say they weren't warned.
Very well presented . I sincerely hope you are fully recovered physically , but i am sure the memories of this terrible day may fade , but will , to a certain extent remain .
Hi paul, My wife and i have followed many of your stories over the past few months and were unaware that you had been robbed, we both watched your three videos last night and to say we were shocked is an understatement, we can imagine what you are going through , a few years ago we were also robbed, the safe taken with the shop takings, a hell of a lot of jewelry which had been handed down to anne from elderly members of our family, along with passports and other valuables, And again the police were not interested and were very rude and unhelpful and were contacting us at stupid times like 01.30 in the morning when it suited them and came on shifts, Once i told them my insurance had lapsed their attitude changed completely, I got the impression they thought we had done it and wanted to make a claim, Would be a pleasure to make contact with you in the near future and hopefully have a chat, Best regards Kev and Anne
I have watched Paul’s robbery videos here in Canada and I am shocked at the UK’s lack of police follow up in these matters. Here in Canada we have adopted British common law. The police and courts here are modelled after the several hundred year old British system. This destroys my view of the UK as a civilized first world society based on rule of law. I have never heard of such police disinterest in a violent crime here in Canada. As a citizen I have a direct and personal connection with my MP and I thought such avenues are open to you in the UK as well. We also have police ombudsman services, and the Provincial Justice Minister. I would be camping out on their doorsteps to get action if I was Paul. I am sad for Paul, and I am sad for the UK.
British police is all about their crime statistics. If they come out to some horrific crime and can see that the offended parts has done some kind of petty crime normally not bothered with they will jump at that as they can easily prove it and get one down on the statistics as a "solved crime", the horrific main crime they will not even try to investigate as it`s of course too much work. Reminds me of a story in the 1940`s Soviet Union when Stalin sent political opponents to Gulag camps. In one family they had taken/arrested both parents and sent them away, this family had a toddler that was taken care of by a neighbour old lady. This lady went to the police to ask what she should do with the toddler as the parents was not there. As the police needed to "fill the quota" of citizens that needed to be sent away to Gulag that week they just arrested her as well and sent her away, as "she was already there in the police station" they found it conveniant to just take her to get to fill the quota. It`s not as bad in Britian but it`s somewhat getting towards it....!?
Sorry again for going through this madness and many thanks for sharing your story. I hope that the police over the pond have improved their ethics and integrity since then.
I’m in my sixties and all my life it’s been a waste of time involving the police they are not interested in mugging robbery unless it’s a financial institute and I’ve had numerous situations personally
So very sorry to hear this story. The beauty of living in the USA we can protect ourselves from this kind of attack. Thank God for our Bill of Rights and the second ammendment
Paul its a shame we have people like this in society, When I was 18 I got set up by two old 'friends' and jumped and robbed by 6-7 guys just for a phone...its pathetic. Anyone can get these things, with a low paying job, finance and patience...but they resort to these acts. (you can't take material goods with you anyway when you pass away). take care mate.
Is it worth it? I mean SERIOUSLY is it worth it? Putting yourself at risk for a lousy watch? I love watches, anyone who remembers my channel or who knows me will know this, but seriously, is the risk of being robbed and possibly injured or killed still not a reason to just find some other passion or interest? We all know watches are overpriced. As much as I love Rolex and other high end brands, I’m not that naive to believe that they are worth what they are. A steel Rolex is probably at most worst no more than £1000 in value to produce. And yet time and time again we are lining up to purchase ridiculously priced models, even more so on the used market due to the lack of availability, and then wonder why these things are targeted. The best thing the watch community could ever do to correct this is to simply stop buying. Stop buying these things and I promise that prices would tumble. We have to accept responsibility for this kind of shit happening. We’ve created this bubble. We’ve created this demand and exorbitant rise in value. We’ve allowed the values to grow to a point where criminals, as a profession, have to target them. Rolex is to blame for not reintroducing the lost and found resister. We are to blame for the inflation of value. No one has held a gun to our heads and forced us to buy a luxury watch. We have chosen to do so, and have chosen to perpetuate the ridiculous increase in not only retail price but also value.
High value watches today, but such audacious criminality will always be motivated to pursue a vulnerable mark if they want what you have. Police ineptitude has legitimised crime.
Paul, bloody awful stuff, mate. Sorry this happened to you and your nephew. Hope your nephew has emotionally recovered a bit. Good on you for chasing these f------ down
Paul, so sorry to learn of your horrendous experience. Truly heartbreaking. I live near Los Angeles. Virtually no one I know carries a good handbag or wears a special watch when venturing into the city. It's not wise given the amount of watch and handbag thieves there, even in tony Beverly Hills. More than likely, you were attacked by "youths", namely "foreigners", if you know what I mean. Police in the UK seemingly have little desire nor courage to effectively deal with violent thugs. As a former American cop while attending university decades ago, I do not observe many police patrolling anywhere in Southern California except to hand out traffic tickets. Otherwise, it seems they only respond to radio calls, long after the crime has been committed. My solution is simple; laws need to be changes allowing average people to be sufficiently trained and armed to deter such attacks. In the UK, "cat burglars" those who enter occupied homes at night are common. Not here in America. If a criminal enters into a home here, more than likely they will not walk out of their own power. Criminals need to be fearful not only the police, courts and average people who simply want to go on with their lives. Kicking out so-called "migrants" from certain countries would be a wonderful way to minimize crime and hopefully return GB to its former greatness.
Crazy high tax, and you get 0 protection, and on top of that you’re not even allowed to protect yourself. This county is finished, everyone who works hard is better off leaving
To say the police are a disgrace is a gross understatement. Shocking treatment.
Police are there to protect the state not the people between them and the government they've broken the English spirit we used to be a fighting nation
yep
If this happened in Westminster they would have been nicked,
Westminster is the only place in the UK where proactive policing takes place.
Police in this country are lazy and don't help good honest people,seen it time and time again!
I always carry a Stanley knife
Attack me and you see what happens
The police are told what to do by government, government are not interested in the general public and this is why this problem is here, and possibly here to stay as the country becomes more dangerous.
Well done on this report Paul and all the best for a happy and safe future.
I think that really is the case. They are definitely not on the side of the people that pay their wages.
Dereck how dare you tell the truth police will be after you know 😀
Thanks for exposing the sorry state of police enforcement in this country. Protect your family, protect your property, protect yourself; nobody else will.
I’ve had my suspicions that our police are worse than useless but this tragic story has confirmed it, I also now understand why people don’t get involved as the police clearly take the easy option and arrest you if it turns bad. I have also made the decision to sell my watch and buy a casino. Total respect to you
Well said Justin 👍
sell Your watch and buy a casino? the world is completely insane
@@dazdeluxe6672he’s gambling on time standing still. 😂
I've noticed during my working life that the majority of people are useless at their jobs. Most people do less than the bare minimum, have zero commitment to their role and generally fail to actually perform any of the tasks that their job entails.
The police sound like they are orchestrating these robberies just look at their responses
This sort of crime used to be serious, now it's just a crime number and a claim on your insurance... Disgusting attack Paul.... We share your serious concerns... Glad you recovered ... And I wish you and your nephew well... Stay safe mate.
Police and Villains are two teams cheerfully playing a game they understand well and have played for a long time. They respect each other’s tactics and know the rules inside out. The public however, especially victims, are an unwelcome intrusion into their game, a disruptive annoyance.
VERY WELL PUT. Same with here in America - in spades. Your post - you should post it everywhere.
I saw an Australian tv show on UK freeview trying to show cops in a good light - they were friendly and chatty to a local graffiti vandal as if they were mates.
brilliant comment
Well said , exactly
Wow, Paul what a story. So sorry you had to go through any of this. This country is, sadly lost, there seems to be a total breakdown in law and and order and in most cases the Police are impotent and useless. You've gained a new subscriber, much respect to you Sir!
That's an incredible recounting of events. I've always been against guns in the possession of civilians. You changed my mind.
You're an absolute legend Paul. I've only been watching your videos for a couple of months now, but this country needs more people like you standing up to the evil scum in this world. Keep up the good work mate!
Paul being brought up in a area where robberies was the norm. We realised from a young age we can only fight this battle ourselves. We had to become violent people for the sake of our livelihoods. We went through 3 riots and in all of them somebody was killed and businesses destroyed. They never convicted anybody even though on all 3 occasions they had the culprits. Just wish the best for you and your family
Where the hell was that??
Kettles are a target all around Europe now and dealing in them is dangerous.
@@patkearney9320 Even having a fake kettle is dangerous
@@thegerm1397where you from ?
It's crazy at the moment! I was mugged and attacked 6 weeks ago in Leicester Square for my IWC watch. Police literately just took my details and did nothing - said it happens all the time
They would only be interested if you defended yourself against these subhumans!
Now we know why it happens all the time! Sad state of a once great country.
I don't get how you get robbed there tho, no disrespect intended but there's always a lot of police on patrol around there, and I've worn a few rolexs around there and nothing happens to me, just have to be vigilant around there and just accept the feds are useless 😂😂😂😂
@@Harbz109different people get targeted. Gangs will go for the individual they feel they can get the watch off.
@@vantheman1238 funny that bc I've been brought up around gangs and gang members and they dont care abt rolexs no more 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Shocking and disgusting practice from the police.....incompetence at it's highest.....put in a complaint to the official police complaints board then get out to Spain like you have mentioned.....UK is not what it used to be and its only heading one way. Good luck to you Paul and all of your family.
I am not sure if I would help a police officer in trouble. Maybe when they are tackling robbers, but never if they were on helping corrupt bailiffs
Bloody heck Paul. I've just come across your post in November 23.
My mum wears her Rolex, but she says that she always keeps pulling her jumper down over it.
All her hard work to be able to own the watch.
The same hard work that pays taxes to keep the scum in benefits.
As an ex DI, I am appalled at the lack of basic policing as described here. Dereliction of duty.
Thank you, its not just me then!
People nowadays are more worried about what the British justice system will do to them for defending themselves if they retaliate than what the muggers will do! Starting to hate this country with a passion!
I agree, so left uk. Uk is not worth it for a hard working person
I so want too leave I'd leave tommorow if I could
Very true! My advice. Fight back with extreme prejudice. When the threat is down, get out of the area immediately before the pigs turn up. If the pigs get you, say nothing and get yourself legal representation. Give yourself time to create an appropriate "get out of jail" story. That's reality.
The RUclips algorithm just recommended me this today. You've just gained another subscriber
I have been watching your videos for some time now & I have learned quite a lot from them.
Thank you sir.
Was they from a European eastern gang
God bless you and your family
Been a part of inadequate policing myself having to move home with my young son after a Machete attack by 6 youths.
Thankfully and by the grace of god he got away.
I packed his things into my car and immediately left the area as the police although they knew who they were closed the case within an hour of opening it.
He is now doing really well albeit in another area
Omg that is horrible I hope u are all.ok now
@jackywilkinson7128 we are both fine. He has just finished the crossfit world open and finished 279th so he is doing really well .
Thanks for asking
These videos have really made me and my wife more aware when we’re wearing our watches and going out in the city. Thank you for sharing these experiences and I’m sorry you had to go through this.
it didn't occur to You to get practical watches ? what kind of imbecile needs to wear a fortune?
Your three stories show how shocking the police are and how they are afraid of hard work.
Glad you are safe 💪🏻
but don't you dare misgendering s.o.!!
looking forward to the story of the 4th robbery
Most police these days just want to take their pay and do little for it🤬
You are bang on, the police were negligent and because of that these violent cowards are free to attack and injure other members of the public, and most certainly have gone on to do just that.
So bad that you and young Alphie had that experience and were let down so myserably.
talk about the perfect role model, a real man everybody could look up to.
You left me speechless!
So much taken and destroyed for some pointless monetary gain. I am truly sorry about all this Paul. I was victim of a violent attack myself many years ago so I know that time slowly heals that part. But the denial of the bobbies to offer a few hours of due diligence to a well deserving citizen I would never get over. Outrageous!
This was clearly a vicious pre planned robbery by proper criminals . I have dealt with Paul on many occasions , he is a very genuine decent man. Thank you Paul for having the courage to talk about your dreadful experiences and documenting them so well with your videos. I wish you and your family every happinesses for the future .
Violent bully thugs more like, proper villains wouldn't stoop to such low level brutality for a watch. Sad times
Hi Paul , dunno if you’ll see this but my heart goes out to you and all your family.
I live off the a22 and I so wish I’d been there to help .
Great to see you’re trying to move on , your videos with Tommy etc etc & June 1st are inspiring mate .
As for the police , they are without doubt the most corrupt woefully inept & cowardly gang in this country.
Stay strong mate .
Sorry to hear about what happened to you and your family. Our world is changing for the worst and it seems like the authorities are no-longer interested in finding the bad guys
Over 20 yrs ago I left my work in London, sold my house. I don't know how many times I was mugged and burgled there, I was a nervous wreck at the end. The worst time was when I was getting in a lift in a block of flats, they jumped in+ I thought they were going to strangle me as one man pulled my scarf over my face (to stop me shouting). It was my bag they stole. I must say the locals were kind as I sank to the floor on the balcony, sobbing my heart out + they took me into their flat, phoned the police. In my case, the force was better because some time after I had a phonecall asking me to pick them out in a lineup. They had found my handbag with my N.Ireland driving licence which in those days was a booklet with a photo. However, I was terrified of picking out the wrong person in a lineup, especially as being naive from N.Ireland back then, I couldn't distinguish others' features well enough. - Time we all learned self defense but then in the shock, we might not use it.
Literally made my blood boil again watching this. Not at the attackers! At the old bill!! Unreal!! And BTW - amazing video/production etc - different class!
Love your Avatar. Great scent. One of my favorites.
Very elegantly described clesha I know "what don't kill you makes you stronger"
I thought the UK was bad in terms of crime, but I was still considering visiting my wife's ancestral town in Wales with the family. This was an important public service announcement. It was also a brave act to share this, further putting you in the police crosshairs, or perhaps the path of their aimed baton in the UK. Thank you for sharing this. I have traveled to many countries of varying degrees of civility, but now realize the precautions that need to be made before and during a visit to the UK. It is basically the same for a country like Morocco. Not third world, but not exactly a place to wear a gold wedding ring. This isn't meant to talk down on the UK in general or its people, only the criminal aspect and selective enforcement of law. God be with you Mr. Thorpe. It is very possible your message will save a few from a similar fate, if only to avoid the locale and better prepare themselves when going out in the UK.
What a load of old nonsense. Clearly you have not spend much time in the UK
So sorry to hear this. What a terrible ordeal. It makes anyone reading this feel quite insecure that you can no longer expect the police to protect you against violent criminals.
I've seen first hand how the Police in London have betrayed the trust of decent hard-working people like you Paul. My heart goes out to yo and your family. Due to ill health I'm retiring in a year and will be doing so in Spain. I was brought up in the 70s and it breaks my heart to see how bad things have become here. My final few years will be spent away from the UK. No desire to return and certainly no trust in the Police
This is why I'm going off high end watches. There are some great micro brands out there which have some really interesting, well made watches. Not worth risking your life to wear an expensive watch.
They all tell the same time.
@@JamesandRibble every house is 4 walls and a bed in it, so lets just live in the worst area and the smallest house - bad logic.
@@Row2nd I think my logic has escaped you. Living in a better house gives you greater amenity, it's warmer, there is more space, it's a more pleasant place to live. These things can be objectively measured and subjectively felt. A £3,000 Tudor, when measured for its actual function, i.e. telling you what time of day it is, is every bit as capable as a £50,000 AP. You may prefer the look of the AP, and you may like the thoughts about what it says about you as a person (successful with good taste etc), but this is entirely subjective. Other people may quite legitimately think the Tudor scores better on both points. Anyway, that's my opinion, I just don't accept the house analogy.
Thinking about it, you are correct to an extent of course. Otherwise I would wear a Casio F-91 which I don't. However I do acknowledge that my watches, although costing considerably more than the Casio, don't do any better job of actually telling the time than the Casio. I guess it's all a question of degree. If you are wandering around London wearing a Rolex Sub, you just have to be aware that it makes you a target, sad though that is.
Think we need to remember the primary reason most people buy expensive watches, is to flash. Not all, but the majority of Rolex owners for example. If posing is the objective then you have no option and you take the risk of being mugged. If you're interested in and appreciate nice watches, you can get really great ones from brands no one has heard of to wear when you go somewhere where you might get targeted.
I've got a GTM Master ii and an Explorer, and I won't wear them if I'm going somewhere, where I might be at risk. It's just not worth it and personally I think a Casio looks way cooler these days!
Paul if ever get the chance to move out of this country do it, My wife and I lived 14 years in Spain I regret the day we returned to this place.
No it’s not!!! North wales is still a place how Britain used to be!!……at least for now!.
Just glad you and your nephew are around to tell this story. Cheers for sharing this harrowing event, take care. 👍
Poor Paul and Alfy, the police are not interested. It is the same in The Netherlands. When my Mother's most expensive rings were robbed and money., the police said there was nothing they could do
I said to one of them, the robber, that I would get my gangster Friends from the UK to sort him out. I was so angry.
Hope your robbers get their Karma and I am a firm believer in Karma, Paul. Thank you very much for sharing this sad happening with us. I think you and Alfy were very courageous. It was sad that there weren't many people about, they would not have been that brazen Thanks again, Paul, just enjoy the times you share with your Wife, Children, Family and Friends and the Public. Take care, Paul. ❤❤❤
Shocking! Thanks for sharing this Paul. See you on Sunday :)
Moving story and really hope things have stabilized and you are more at ease with life. A long time ago I was friends with David Duggan ( now a very well established watch dealer) and he often travelled from his home in Lytham down to London and the Police informed him that they had viable evidence that he would be attacked & robbed whilst on one of these journeys but they were not sure where or when he would be done. Thankfully the police got the gang before they got to David but it stuck in my mind how much it troubled him prior to the arrests. Anyway good luck with whatever you are doing now.
I don’t even know what to say man.. jeez Paul thank you for sharing these stories, part 3 legit scared the snot out of me. Strength in numbers, in whatever form justice will be served. We’ll always be here whatever capacity of support you need man.
I am absolutely shocked and disgusted by this trilogy of violence and betrayal. I hope your videos brought you some level of closure. The world is a cruel and twisted mess. How you found the tenacity to move forward with the drive for change is beyond comprehension. You’re a good man Paul, keep up the great work. X
Wow….simply shocking in all 3 cases. Those are very tough things to deal with Paul especially having none of the assailants ever being hunted. That’s a true mental health scar that clearly lives with you and in the third case probably Alfie too. Thank you for sharing these terrible events.
Im not a UK citizen but I couldn't agree more. This is shocking, to put it mildly. What use is the police if they won't bother doing their job?
As others have said, you always wear your heart on your sleeve and aren’t afraid to speak your mind. Your candor and honesty is why I believe you have such a loyal fan base. As always Paul, I appreciate your integrity and bravery to talk about these incredibly difficult things you’ve had to go through. Thank you, Paul.
I am certain some of those dislikes came from Sussex police. Alfie seems to be managing like a champ. Best wishes to him. Narration and photography are great. PT, you inspire us with your words man.
I am so sorry to hear your story Paul I was attacked in Brighton & the police did nothing to help the police don’t care
Paul, heartbreaking history!
Glad you both didn't got any long lasting injury or worse ... Apart of mentally ...
Keep strong as always!
Let's see...these guys steal transport, steal watches, physically assault people and carry weapons.
Good job government!
This is so emotional, Paul. Is there any other avenue that you could take legally. To gain access to CCTV cameras as a victim and use private Investigators or your self and put infront of the courts? Or does it always mean that every criminal event has to be investigated by the Police at their whim ?
thank you so much for sharing this story again paul it must be so hard for you and just want you to know we all appreciate it !!!keep your head up man 👍🏻
True story....I did a short story in 2020 regarding the Met Police and actually asked 100 people in the street (this was in Croydon) if they had any respect for the police.....78% said NO. Says it all. Keep up the good work 👍
Hope you and your nephew have recovered.
So much, from a self protection perspective, to learn from this.
Never underestimate how little a stranger values your life. It's so important to dress down as a wealthy person.
Thanks for sharing such harrowing tales Paul, it must have been extremely difficult reliving these terrible experiences and visiting where they happened, but maybe in sharing it brings about some form of catharsis for you, much love mate.
My Rolex is worn in my village pub but when I travel to London I use my Casio diver
You shouldn't have to though I love it when I go abroad and can wear my gold without anyone looking to rob me.
You don't realise how hyper vigilant you are in England till your not there.
So criminals in London which watches do the target ?
I live in Singapore and you regularly see people walking around wearing a Patek or even a Richard Mille. They never get robbed they just get compliments.
Paul you left me speachless. What a horrendous experience! I hope you and Alfie all the best. No words can describe a near death experience like that!!! I have great respect for you my friend!!
When all is said and done - you’re a good guy Paul with good intentions / principles.
Looking forward to meeting you someday.
I would sell everything and get the fuck out of this shitehole and chill in a place with nice people and climate ditch all the “stuff” and live a mellow life
Incredulous at the police response ,suffice to say if your road tax, M O T or insurance were out of date,every camera on that route would of been in operation 😒
I have, for many years, wanted to own a Rolex.
I’m now 71y/o and can finally afford one.
Having watched your videos and listened to your experiences I no longer want one.
It seems, that simply by wearing a nice watch makes me a target, together with the way Rolex behave as a company, I want nothing to do with any of that.
Such powerful, moving and maddening stories. I am glad you have your life yet feel for you deeply for having gone through so much. The stress of not knowing if you were going to be charged must have been like absolute torture. I try to train myself to give up a watch I am wearing but even though they are insured, there remains a chance if I don't guage the robber or robbers correctly and think I can defend myself or escape, I worry I might have a sad end. As a result of stories like yours and so many more in my big city, I rotate my collection more often and wear lower key models whenever i feel it's higher risk. That being said, since I won't stop wearing high end watches, a robbery can happen most anywhere. Sorry for your loss of feelings of any pride. Truth is you are stronger than ever and gained insight into your own strength, which is side by side in realizing how vulnerable we all actually are. God bless.
You're a good and decent man, living in a Britain filled with rampant violence and free- roaming criminals, who are protected and unpunished.
I've recently seen a case when someone attacked a teen boy..stabbed him in the head..and the punishment? The attacker had to write an apology letter and pay £50...I keep saying the UK is finished, it's not safe here at all...that's why I'm leaving in a few months for good
Paul mate
Thanks for sharing... see your motivation for helping the whole community!!
Cheers for all you do!!!
I am sorry to say I have had similar treatment at the hands of the Police. The first time was a great shock and I began to wake up. The second time I knew. Whilst I am sure there are good Police Officers out there, the institution is ruined, just like the NHS and other once highly respected institutions. The England of my youth is gone. The World perception of England is no more.
And here’s the thing. One can accept the notion that the Police may not have the resources or budget to pursue every crime. But surely as criminals are allowed to walk free and continue to commit crimes unchecked, whatever resources and budget is available is under even more pressure. Absolutely astonished how short sighted the met are.
Very well produced videos Paul, but what awful situations to be in, to think that these scum are prepared to maim or even possibly kill someone for a watch is sickening. Not to mention the long term affects. Stay safe 🙏🏻
Shocking stories Paul. What an awful situation to be in with the police, it must have been so frustrating.
Take care.
Hi I have watched all three parts and can not believe it the pain for you and your family must of been enough just from the first time but for the lack of help and support from the police to top it off must of been frustrating to say the least ,beyond heartbreaking . Sorry that you have had to give you job and passion up for it but I can also understand why . This could be a film it’s just so unreal ,keep strong
Fabulous story and production, Paul. Was like watching a film.
When you have to plead with the police to examine the evidence from a violent robbery and they say "we can't cos it costs 500 quid" ....... I'm lost for words. It seems the moral of this series is, if someone violently robs your watch then your own your own. If you defend yourself and try and stop being robbed, then your looking at being arrested yourself..... Thank you Paul. Iv found this 3 video series fascinating and very eye opening. I applaud your courage
Years ago this would be shocking news but theses days it’s just another day in paradise
Thank you Paul for you work bringing awareness to rest of us. I put away my Rolexes in bank safe and don't wear no more in London
Good move,London is just too risky for wearing Rolex/expensive watches.
for get your dam Rolex give the money to charity possions won't make U happy U only paying for the dam any watch will tell the time 😢
Sorry to hear that story and no surprises with the help that wasn't given But greatly put over And handled like a true gentleman and humble man And what goes around comes around Take care and the story alone is a learning curve for most who take HEED GODBLESS 🍀
Paul i had my account robbed in Oct, i got intouch with the police fraud team. I asked them if they looked at CCTVs at the shops where they usedy details theyd probably catch them. I was told they do not have the man power or funds ! Probably the same for you Paul. Hope your alot better now, you can't let them win.
Just saw this Paul I feel for you and your family. So glad I don’t live in the UK any more. I hate going back there.
Huge respect to you both but especially Alfie 👏👍🥃
Beautifully presented Paul.
Have you thought about becoming a private detective yourself? You are a born bloodhound.
I have a collection only Rolex. I generally have not worn them. I’ve not worn a watch for a few years as the business I’m in there is risk of being followed home every time I go out and return I have to be vigilant as well as my family, sad times you feel as though you can’t wear a nice watch out
WOW. Thanks for sharing. You are the winner in this. Only GOOD things, Paul!
Thank you for telling this story. It's disgusting how corrupt the country has become nowadays. The police need to do something soon, otherwise citizens will take matters into their own hands. Don't say they weren't warned.
Excellent series of videos and well done telling this difficult set of horrific history of events through your channel. Again well done.
Very well presented . I sincerely hope you are fully recovered physically , but i am sure the memories of this terrible day may fade , but will , to a certain extent remain .
This sounds like police corruption due to your hard work and they don’t like it. I live fairly nearby by and crime is rampant !
A big up for you Paul and for your nephew. A sad tale, support for victims of crime is pitiful. Hope telling your story helps. Kia Kaha (stay strong).
if it was a Hate crime they'd be straight on it
Hi paul,
My wife and i have followed many of your stories over the past few months and were unaware that you had been robbed,
we both watched your three videos last night and to say we were shocked is an understatement,
we can imagine what you are going through ,
a few years ago we were also robbed, the safe taken with the shop takings,
a hell of a lot of jewelry which had been handed down to anne from elderly members of our family, along with passports and other valuables,
And again the police were not interested and were very rude and unhelpful and were contacting us at stupid times like 01.30 in the morning when it suited them and came on shifts,
Once i told them my insurance had lapsed their attitude changed completely,
I got the impression they thought we had done it and wanted to make a claim,
Would be a pleasure to make contact with you in the near future and hopefully have a chat,
Best regards Kev and Anne
I have watched Paul’s robbery videos here in Canada and I am shocked at the UK’s lack of police follow up in these matters. Here in Canada we have adopted British common law. The police and courts here are modelled after the several hundred year old British system. This destroys my view of the UK as a civilized first world society based on rule of law. I have never heard of such police disinterest in a violent crime here in Canada. As a citizen I have a direct and personal connection with my MP and I thought such avenues are open to you in the UK as well. We also have police ombudsman services, and the Provincial Justice Minister. I would be camping out on their doorsteps to get action if I was Paul. I am sad for Paul, and I am sad for the UK.
You’ve literally done the entire investigation for them useless coppers with this video!
British police is all about their crime statistics. If they come out to some horrific crime and can see that the offended parts has done some kind of petty crime normally not bothered with they will jump at that as they can easily prove it and get one down on the statistics as a "solved crime", the horrific main crime they will not even try to investigate as it`s of course too much work. Reminds me of a story in the 1940`s Soviet Union when Stalin sent political opponents to Gulag camps. In one family they had taken/arrested both parents and sent them away, this family had a toddler that was taken care of by a neighbour old lady. This lady went to the police to ask what she should do with the toddler as the parents was not there. As the police needed to "fill the quota" of citizens that needed to be sent away to Gulag that week they just arrested her as well and sent her away, as "she was already there in the police station" they found it conveniant to just take her to get to fill the quota. It`s not as bad in Britian but it`s somewhat getting towards it....!?
Thanks Paul,
Thank you for sharing.
One note DNA lasts along long time.
Sorry again for going through this madness and many thanks for sharing your story. I hope that the police over the pond have improved their ethics and integrity since then.
I’m in my sixties and all my life it’s been a waste of time involving the police they are not interested in mugging robbery unless it’s a financial institute and I’ve had numerous situations personally
So very sorry to hear this story. The beauty of living in the USA we can protect ourselves from this kind of attack. Thank God for our Bill of Rights and the second ammendment
Paul its a shame we have people like this in society, When I was 18 I got set up by two old 'friends' and jumped and robbed by 6-7 guys just for a phone...its pathetic.
Anyone can get these things, with a low paying job, finance and patience...but they resort to these acts.
(you can't take material goods with you anyway when you pass away).
take care mate.
Is it worth it? I mean SERIOUSLY is it worth it? Putting yourself at risk for a lousy watch? I love watches, anyone who remembers my channel or who knows me will know this, but seriously, is the risk of being robbed and possibly injured or killed still not a reason to just find some other passion or interest? We all know watches are overpriced. As much as I love Rolex and other high end brands, I’m not that naive to believe that they are worth what they are. A steel Rolex is probably at most worst no more than £1000 in value to produce. And yet time and time again we are lining up to purchase ridiculously priced models, even more so on the used market due to the lack of availability, and then wonder why these things are targeted. The best thing the watch community could ever do to correct this is to simply stop buying. Stop buying these things and I promise that prices would tumble. We have to accept responsibility for this kind of shit happening. We’ve created this bubble. We’ve created this demand and exorbitant rise in value. We’ve allowed the values to grow to a point where criminals, as a profession, have to target them. Rolex is to blame for not reintroducing the lost and found resister. We are to blame for the inflation of value. No one has held a gun to our heads and forced us to buy a luxury watch. We have chosen to do so, and have chosen to perpetuate the ridiculous increase in not only retail price but also value.
It’s more than a watch bud.
High value watches today, but such audacious criminality will always be motivated to pursue a vulnerable mark if they want what you have. Police ineptitude has legitimised crime.
Paul, bloody awful stuff, mate. Sorry this happened to you and your nephew. Hope your nephew has emotionally recovered a bit. Good on you for chasing these f------ down
I’ve been wondering for a few years, just what do we pay the police for? Total waste of taxpayer’s money 🤬🤬🤬
Paul, so sorry to learn of your horrendous experience. Truly heartbreaking. I live near Los Angeles. Virtually no one I know carries a good handbag or wears a special watch when venturing into the city. It's not wise given the amount of watch and handbag thieves there, even in tony Beverly Hills. More than likely, you were attacked by "youths", namely "foreigners", if you know what I mean. Police in the UK seemingly have little desire nor courage to effectively deal with violent thugs. As a former American cop while attending university decades ago, I do not observe many police patrolling anywhere in Southern California except to hand out traffic tickets. Otherwise, it seems they only respond to radio calls, long after the crime has been committed. My solution is simple; laws need to be changes allowing average people to be sufficiently trained and armed to deter such attacks. In the UK, "cat burglars" those who enter occupied homes at night are common. Not here in America. If a criminal enters into a home here, more than likely they will not walk out of their own power. Criminals need to be fearful not only the police, courts and average people who simply want to go on with their lives. Kicking out so-called "migrants" from certain countries would be a wonderful way to minimize crime and hopefully return GB to its former greatness.
Crazy high tax, and you get 0 protection, and on top of that you’re not even allowed to protect yourself. This county is finished, everyone who works hard is better off leaving