Burglars snatched a White Stripes guitar – autographed by Jack and Meg – when they broke into an East London recording studio.
Police are hunting the rare instrument (pictured) and the culprits, who broke into the premises in Sara Lane Court, Hackney overnight between January 23 and 24.
The rock duo recorded hit album ‘Elephant’ in Hackney and the signed guitar is believed to be a gift from those sessions.
The raiders also snatched a 32” television, a computer, drills and projection equipment.
Detective Constable Suzanne Raftery of Hackney police's Burglary Unit, said: “I am appealing for anyone who may have witnessed this burglary.
“I am also appealing to members of the public to come forward if anybody has tried to sell them this rare autographed Jack White guitar.”
Anyone with any information is asked to call Hackney police's Burglary Unit on 020 7275 3253 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
1 comment:
Is this the day the music died? :P
Keep the great work, British T!
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