Jenson Button and his wife Brittny Ward encountered a shocking theft during their London trip.
- A thief made off with Brittny’s suitcase, valued at over £250k, at St Pancras Station.
- The suitcase held sentimental items, including wedding and family memorabilia.
- Despite the incident, they need to return to the UK for family and work obligations.
- Jenson’s past theft experience in London adds to their growing security concerns.
Jenson Button and his wife, Brittny Ward, recently found their romantic getaway ending on a sour note after falling victim to a high-profile theft in London. During their return from Paris, as they were loading their car at St Pancras Station, a thief seized Brittny’s suitcase. The suitcase, containing over £250,000 worth of items, included sentimental jewelry from their wedding and significant family moments.
While footage caught the thief in the act, identified as 41-year-old Mourad Aid, he awaits sentencing after confessing at Westminster Magistrates’ Court. This brazen theft left a lasting impression on Brittny, who expressed her concerns about London’s safety. She recounted the chaotic scene, filled with throngs of people, and emphasized how she relies on Jenson to keep things secure, jokingly blaming his sometimes relaxed demeanor for the mishap.
This isn’t the first time Jenson has encountered misfortune of this kind. Just a few months prior, he lost a bag in a car park in London, and in 2015, he and his previous wife were subject to a significant robbery in France. These experiences have understandably soured Brittny’s perception of London. “It just feels very kind of dark and scary now,” she admitted, contrasting her previous feelings of the city to its current state.
Despite this daunting experience, the couple will inevitably have to return to the UK, given their family’s residence there, including Jenson’s commitment as a commentator for Sky F1 during the British Grand Prix. Brittny expressed regret over the necessity to visit, given her concerns over safety and a changed atmosphere since she and Jenson first started visiting London. Jenson continues his role as part of the Sky F1 team, regularly appearing in the coverage of races.
Reflecting on their loss, Brittny shared the emotional toll of the incident, noting the thieves’ cunning tactics and her own lapse in caution that day. Jenson’s previous experiences with theft add to their frustration, making them understandably wary of future visits to the city.
The Button’s experiences highlight growing concerns about safety in once familiar and beloved surroundings.
