A surprising turn of events unfolded last night when Labour MP Chris Webb reported being attacked and mugged while returning to his flat in London.

The representative for Blackpool South faced a frightening encounter as a group of individuals snatched his mobile phone.

Fortunately, the 38-year-old escaped without any physical injuries.

A Grateful Response

In a post shared on his X account, Mr. Webb recounted the ordeal, expressing gratitude for his safety despite the alarming situation.

“Last night, as I was returning to my flat in London, I was attacked and mugged by a group of individuals,” he wrote.

He continued, “Luckily, I have no injuries and I am okay. Unfortunately, they just took my phone, so I’m without one for the foreseeable future.”

His swift appreciation extended to the Metropolitan Police, who he praised for their quick action: “The officers who assisted me went above and beyond. They are a remarkable credit to the force.”

Support from Fellow MPs

In the aftermath of the incident, Mr. Webb received an outpouring of support from his fellow MPs.

Chris Bryant reached out with kind words, saying, “I hope you’re okay. Sending you best wishes.”

Labour colleagues, including Kate Osborne, Josh Fenton-Glynn, and Jacob Collier, also shared their well wishes, showing solidarity in the face of adversity.

Background on Chris Webb

Mr. Webb has been serving as the MP for Blackpool South since a significant by-election victory in May, where he garnered 10,825 votes, leaving the Conservative candidate far behind with only 3,218 votes.

Coming from humble beginnings—his father was a postman and his mother a teaching assistant—he has long been committed to public service.

In fact, he was active on the picket line at just two years old during his father’s strike.

A Dedicated Public Servant

Living in his constituency with his wife Portia and baby Cillian, Mr. Webb is a true product of Blackpool.

While he also maintains a flat in London, his roots run deep in the community he serves.

Previously, he held positions as the deputy police and crime commissioner for Lancashire from 2018 to 2021 and as a Manchester City Council councillor from 2015 to 2018.

Mr. Webb’s resilience shines through as he navigates both his political responsibilities and the personal impact of last night’s unsettling event.

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