In a chilling and audacious nighttime raid, Windsor Castle was besieged while the royal family lay asleep just a stone’s throw away. According to The Sun, a group of masked assailants managed to breach a nearly two-meter-high security fence before making off with several vehicles, including agricultural machinery that undoubtedly holds significant value.
To escape, the brazen thieves commandeered a stolen truck along with two quad bikes, successfully maneuvering past a security gate within the castle’s expansive grounds. Despite law enforcement’s efforts, no arrests have been made, and investigations are ongoing.
The attack has sent shockwaves across the UK, sparking fierce debates surrounding the security protocols at the very residence of the British royal family. Although King Charles III and Queen Camilla were not present at the time, the fact that the Princes of Wales and their children, aged 6, 9, and 11, were sleeping at Adelaide Cottage, located nearby, has heightened fears for safety.
Alarm Bells Ringing After Armed Police Withdrawn
The Sun also reported that this brazen heist took place shortly after the authorities decided to withdraw armed police from the primary entrances of Windsor Castle. This move raised eyebrows and left many questioning whether it led to a vulnerability that could be exploited.
The criminals’ methodical approach suggests significant pre-planning, implying they had detailed prior knowledge of the castle’s layout and security measures. They seemingly spent days surveying the castle’s multiple security points, handpicking the best time to strike and escape unnoticed.
The Prince and Princess of Wales were at the residence during the raid.
Such an incident occurs at a particularly sensitive moment for the British monarchy, as the Princess of Wales starts to resume her royal duties following a challenging battle with cancer. The juxtaposition of royal vulnerability against the backdrop of this violation adds an unsettling layer to the ongoing narrative surrounding the royal family.
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