Two men have been formally charged in connection with a dramatic ram raid at a high-end fashion boutique in the heart of London's West End, according to the Metropolitan Police.
Incident Details and Charges
Ryan Brough, aged 32, and Max Tyson, aged 25, both residents of Islington in north London, are accused of using a sports utility vehicle to smash into the Yves Saint Laurent store located on Old Bond Street in Westminster. The incident occurred shortly before 3am on Friday, January 23, 2026, causing significant damage to the property.
Alleged Theft and Arrests
Police reports indicate that the suspects are believed to have stolen a quantity of high-value items from the luxury retailer, including designer handbags and other exclusive accessories. Following the burglary, both men were arrested later on the same Friday and have since been charged with conspiracy to commit burglary.
They are scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Monday to face these allegations. The Metropolitan Police have confirmed that their inquiries are ongoing, with efforts focused on locating a third individual who is suspected to have been involved in the coordinated attack.
Investigation by Specialist Unit
The case has been taken up by detectives from the Met's Flying Squad, a covert unit renowned for its expertise in armed surveillance and ambush tactics. This specialist team has been actively investigating a series of similar ram raids targeting luxury stores across London in recent months, highlighting a concerning trend in organised crime.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to this incident or other suspicious activities to come forward as the investigation continues to unfold.
