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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jacob Stolworthy

Harry Styles 'robbed at knifepoint' in north London

Harry Styles was robbed at knifepoint in London on Valentine’s Day.

The singer and former One Direction star, 26, was threatened by a mugger during a night out in Hampstead, according to the Mirror Online.

Styles, who was not harmed in the incident, handed over cash to the robber.

Scotland Yard released a statement confirming that police are investigating a knifepoint robbery in the area.

“Officers were contacted on 15 February regarding the incident, which happened at 11.50pm on 14 February,” the statement read.

“It was reported that a man in his 20s was approached by another man and threatened him with a knife. No arrests and enquiries are ongoing.”

Styles will perform at the Brit Awards, which are taking place at London’s O2 Arena on Tuesday (18 February).

He is up for two trophies – Best Male Solo Artist and Best Album.

Additional reporting by Agencies.

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