Former Nottingham Forest Owner Fawaz Al-Hawasi Stabbed During London Mansion Raid
Millionaire businessman and former Nottingham Forest owner Fawaz Al-Hawasi was left injured after a group of masked intruders forced their way into his luxurious Mayfair mansion in what authorities believe was an attempted robbery. The 57-year-old Kuwaiti businessman was reportedly in bed when the gang broke into his central London residence in the early hours of the morning.
Violent Struggle Inside the Bedroom
As Al-Hawasi attempted to defend himself inside his bedroom, he was allegedly stabbed in the hand and sustained a neck injury along with multiple scratches during the violent physical struggle with the intruders. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that his injuries were not life-threatening or life-changing, providing some relief to concerned family members and associates. However, it remains unclear whether the burglars managed to escape with any valuables from the property.
The businessman is known for showcasing luxury watches and expensive jewellery on his social media accounts, making his residence a potential target for sophisticated criminal operations. His legal representatives have called on the Metropolitan Police to release further details about the suspects, stating that other visitors from the Arabian Gulf region are now concerned about their safety following this disturbing incident.
Family Response and Social Media Update
Al-Hawasi's sister, Khawla Mubarak Al-Hasawi, shared an emotional update on social media platforms, writing: "Fawaz is fine, by God's grace. May God protect him from all harm and bless him with the safety of his son, Abdulaziz." The message provided reassurance to friends and business associates who had expressed concern about the former football club owner's wellbeing following the attack.
Al-Hasawi previously owned Nottingham Forest Football Club, purchasing the historic English team in 2012 before selling it in 2017 to current owner Evangelos Marinakis. His five-year tenure at the club was marked by significant managerial turnover, with nine different managers appointed during his ownership period, reflecting the turbulent nature of his leadership style.
Series of High-Profile Burglary Incidents
This attack comes amid a worrying series of high-profile burglary incidents targeting wealthy individuals in the United Kingdom. Recently, television presenter Maya Jama and Manchester City defender Ruben Dias were targeted while away from their £4 million Cheshire home. Thousands of pounds worth of designer clothing, jewellery and electronics were reportedly stolen during that burglary.
Dias discovered the break-in upon returning from an away football match, while Jama was overseas filming television content at the time of the incident. In another separate but related development, Melanie Hamrick, fiancée of Rolling Stones frontman Mick Jagger, revealed she was physically attacked during a night out at Annabel's private members' club in Mayfair, the same exclusive London district where Al-Hawasi's mansion is located.
Hamrick later wrote on Instagram: "This is incredibly hard to share, but I was physically attacked at Annabel's Mayfair tonight. I'm so thankful to my friends for protecting me. Two people grabbed me from behind, and thank god for good people who stepped in to help me." She added: "I'm shaken, sad and heartbroken that people can treat each other this way."
Authorities continue to investigate these separate but concerning incidents, with the Metropolitan Police confirming that investigations into Al-Hawasi's case are ongoing. The pattern of attacks against high-profile individuals in affluent London neighborhoods has raised security concerns among the wealthy elite and prompted discussions about enhanced protective measures for prominent residents.
