Did Burglars Target Kit Harington and Rose Leslie's Home?
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Los Angeles, Jan 4 (NationPress) The ‘Game of Thrones’ actor Kit Harington and his spouse Rose Leslie recently experienced a break-in at their residence.
The couple, parents to a four-year-old son and a two-year-old daughter, reportedly fell prey to burglars during a series of thefts in the Suffolk region in the weeks preceding Christmas. It remains unclear whether any items were taken or if the family was at home during the incident, according to reports from ‘Female First UK’.
As stated by Daily Mail online, the intruders appeared to have targeted an outbuilding on their $2.6 million rural estate.
A local resident commented, "Everyone is aware that Kit and Rose reside here, and we take pride in their choice of our quaint countryside for their home. However, it is disheartening to learn about the break-in, especially as it has happened to other locals as well. Sadly, rural crime is becoming commonplace, and people are increasingly vigilant compared to before."
According to ‘Female First UK’, the thieves struck another residence in the village concurrently, prompting Suffolk Police to enhance patrols in rural locales.
The 39-year-old actor purchased the six-bedroom estate in 2017, just a year prior to marrying Rose. In 2021, they submitted a planning proposal to bolster their property’s security and privacy, citing ongoing breaches of their privacy since moving in. In the application, they described the necessity for solid oak gates, nearly 6ft tall, at two locations on the property to deter increasing trespassers who intruded merely to observe the family.
The application stated, "Since the 2017 ownership change, the privacy and security of the occupants have faced continual violations. This intrusion is not due to an appreciation for the building's architectural or historical value but stems from an unwelcome desire to watch the occupants. While the new owners recognize the public interest in their lives, it has regrettably resulted in a rise in unsolicited visitors to the property."
“The owners are entitled to their privacy and the peaceful enjoyment of their residence without intrusion. There are two main points that offer clear sightlines into areas typically regarded as private gardens for any homeowner. Hence, we propose the installation of a pair of solid oak gates at these locations to enhance privacy and security while minimizing ongoing invasions,” it concluded.