Christmas Wreath Thief Nabbed on Doorbell Camera – Shocking Footage

aught on Camera: Brazen Wreath Theft

Kruti St Helen, a 41-year-old therapist, discovered footage from her doorbell camera revealing a thief stealing a Christmas wreath from her front door.

The incident occurred on December 6 at 7:30 PM, with the video capturing the thief’s bold act of snatching the festive decoration.

Recurring Theft Incidents in the Area

This theft wasn’t an isolated incident. Just days earlier, another address in Poole, Dorset, experienced a similar theft of a wreath and an illuminated reindeer garden ornament.

The concerning trend of stolen Christmas decorations has been a cause for alarm in the community.

Description of the Theft

The footage displayed a woman approaching Kruti St Helen’s property and attempting to remove the wreath. Initially, she struggled, remarking that ‘it’s stuck,’ before successfully detaching and swiftly walking away with the stolen decoration.

Impact and Reaction

Reflecting on the incident, Ms. St Helen expressed concern about the potential implications for safety, particularly as she works from home, serving vulnerable clients.

She expressed distress over the thief’s disregard for the impact such actions might have on someone’s sense of security, noting the personal attachment to the wreath and its sentimental value in their annual Christmas traditions.