A black BMW X1 was stolen in a brazen robbery at the Lynchford Road car park in Farnborough on Sunday, May 1st, at around 9.30 pm.
The victim, a 50-year-old man, was sitting in his car when two men approached him. They threatened him at knifepoint before making off with the vehicle. During the incident, the suspects also stole bank cards from the victim.
Following the incident, the BMW X1 has since been recovered. A 33-year-old man from Farnborough was arrested on suspicion of robbery, and a 34-year-old woman from Farnborough was held on suspicion of handling stolen goods.
Both suspects have been released under investigation while police continue their inquiries into the case.
Police are appealing to the public for any information related to the incident. Anyone with details is urged to call the police on 101, quoting reference 44220171064. Tips can also be reported online via the Hampshire Police website or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Originally published by UKNIP.
