Four people have been charged by detectives investigating a series of burglaries where victims were allegedly targeted on Grindr.
The group is accused of carrying out 35 raids and 20 frauds relating to 22 men between October 2024 and March this year.
In April, the Metropolitan Police said suspects would arrange to meet users at their homes via the dating app and once inside, steal high value items, Rolex watches, plus iPads, smartphones and PIN numbers.
Rahmat Khan Mohammadi, 22, of Weald Lane, Harrow, is charged with 17 counts of burglary, 12 fraud offences and one theft.
He will appear at Isleworth Crown Court on July 25 alongside Mohammed Bilal Hotak, 21, of Richmond Road, Hackney, who is accused of similar offences.
Mozamel Rahman, 29, of Sefton Avenue, Harrow, and Ibrahim Yaqobie, 28, of Masons Avenue, Harrow, are appearing in court at a later date.
A trial date for both Mohammadi and Hotak has been set for October 13.
At the time of their arrests, Superintendent Owen Renowden said: “Our investigation is progressing at pace, but we believe there are a number of offences that have not yet been reported to us, so I urge anyone who may have been targeted, or may have crucial information that will help us with our enquiries, to contact us as soon as possible.
“I understand some people may be apprehensive about getting in touch with us, but I’d like to provide reassurance that all reports will be thoroughly investigated.
“We are working closely with our LGBT+ Independent Advisory Group and the LGBT+ anti-abuse charity, GALOP, to ensure we conduct our investigation with sensitivity and care.
“The Met Police is fully committed to ensuring all our communities in London feel safe, as well as continuing to enhance the trust and confidence LGBT+ people place in us.
“Organised crime has a devastating impact on society and your help will be key in helping us bring those responsible to justice.”
Anyone with information can contact police via 101, quoting reference CAD 5090/15APR, or independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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