Robbers threatened to 'cut fingers off' ex-England and Chelsea defender Cole

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·11 April 2022

Ex-England and Chelsea defender Ashley Cole has been the victim of a violent house robbery.

Nottingham Crown Court has heard about how a four-man gang broke into Cole's home using a sledgehammer on January 21, 2020.

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The left-back had his hands cable-tied and he was led around the property in just a pair of shorts.

A number of expensive items were stolen including Watches, mobile phones, cash, a Gucci bag, headphones and a BMW smart key.

Everton assistant Cole was also threatened with torture as one member of the gang armed with pliers stated: "Let's cut his fingers".

Prosecutor Michael Brady QC said the robberies were "extremely serious, high profile, carefully planned and at times ruthlessly executed".