A homeowner in Bearwood was left astonished after a semi-naked woman allegedly stole two milk bottles from her doorstep in the early hours of the morning. The incident, captured on doorbell camera at around 5am on Friday, July 17, shows a woman wearing only black underwear, a crop top, and flip flops approaching the driveway and swiping the milk before making a hasty getaway.
Homeowner's frustration and community reactions
The homeowner, a mother of two young children, discovered the theft when she opened her front door to find her morning milk delivery missing. Reviewing the footage, she was stunned by the brazen act. She posted the video on Facebook, where other local residents reported similar recent milk thefts in the area.
“We were very frustrated to see it on our doorbell as have two young children, but you hope it's someone in such desperate need they resort to stealing,” the homeowner said. “Why in her underwear we do not know! Makes us think twice about getting milk delivery as it has happened several times in our area recently.”
Police investigation
West Midlands Police confirmed they received a report of theft involving stolen milk at 5.10am on July 17. A force spokesperson urged anyone with information to contact 101 or use the Live Chat option on their website, quoting crime number 20/328342/26. The investigation is ongoing.
