A predatory series inspired by a drama series? That sounds like an invented story or the script for a film, but it has now become a reality for the people in Richmond.
The noble area in southwestern London is actually known for its green parks and lush villas. But for several years now, the series has been known as a location for the popular Apple TV drama series “Ted Lasso”. In it, Ted Lasso, played by Jason Sudeikis, is recruited as a football coach for a British team. But the American is actually a football coach and has little idea of football.
The robbers can be guided by “Ted Lasso”
In the three seasons so far, some of the villas Richmonds also serve as a backdrop. However, these guest appearances in the drama series have apparently been doomed since November 2024.
The “Ted Lasso burglar”: This is how the police call the gang of burglars that broke into four million villas in Richmond. Each of the robbed villas could be seen in the series. One of the property, which is said to be worth around four million euros, is the home of the owner of the football team, which is played by Hannah Waddingham.
Richard Ashcroft belonged to another of the villas on which the criminals were troubled. The 53-year-old was stolen valuables worth one million euros.
The trail leads to South America
But in contrast to other affected people, Ashcroft was even lucky: at least he and his wife Kate Radley were not at home when the Ted Lasso burglars got into their home. Another family had to experience the break -in live and now also moved out of the villa, as “The Sun” reports.
“You don’t have to be a Sherlock Holmes to realize that a person from the gang has seen the series,” says a resident from Richmond “The Sun”, “they must have understood what a rich prey can be done in this area .. “
The police revealed that they suspect a gang of professional burglars: inside from South America behind the burglaries in Richmond.