During a speech to top cops, Policing Minister Dame Diana Johnson had her handbag swiped by a thief. The incident occurred at the Police Superintendents Association conference in Midlands on Tuesday. The Home Office has launched an investigation into the security “risks” following the theft from a four-star hotel in Kenilworth, where many senior officers were present. Warwickshire Police have arrested and bailed a 56-year-old man in connection with the burglary.
Despite the theft, the minister remained focused on addressing the surge in shoplifting and theft, promising to take action to tackle crime and rebuild confidence in the police force. A source revealed that Home Office security is working with partners to minimize any potential risks.