(Video) Thief uses metal ruler to steal Jellycat dolls from Mong Kok claw machine shop

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A man broke into a claw machine shop in Mong Kok on Monday morning and used a metal ruler to steal around HK$2,000 worth of Jellycat plush toys.

At about 9am today, a man entered the claw machine shop located at Ho King Commercial Building and repeatedly inserted a metal ruler through gaps in the machines to hook and drop target plush toys to the exit.

He then quickly grabbed the fallen toys and placed them into a large tote bag before leaving.

Surveillance footage circulating online shows the suspect arrived well-prepared, wearing a cap, glasses, a mask, and gloves.

He targeted multiple machines, retrieved the ruler from his bag, and skillfully maneuvered it to dislodge the dolls.

His full disguise and practiced technique suggest he may be a repeat offender.

The shop owner only discovered the theft upon returning and reported that several Jellycat plush toys, valued at approximately HK$2,000, were taken.

Police are currently investigating the incident.