Ben Whittaker Burgled. Full Story & Reward Details - Victory Night Ends in Shock Burglary
What should have been a night of triumph for professional boxer Ben Whittaker has been overshadowed by a distressing incident. After securing a stunning victory in the ring, the Olympic silver medallist returned to his Wednesbury property to find it had been burgled.
In a heartbreaking twist of fate, the burglary is alleged to have occurred while Whittaker was absent, delivering a spectacular performance in the ring.
Last night, Whittaker cemented his status as a rising star by facing Benjamin Gavazi in a much-anticipated clash. In what was dubbed the "Battle of the Ben's," Whittaker delivered a career-best performance, securing an emphatic first-round knockout win. The victory moves him closer to a world title shot, an exhilarating high for any professional athlete.
However, the celebratory mood was shattered when the boxer returned to his home in the West Midlands. Taking to his social media channel, a visibly frustrated Whittaker shared the news, summing up the quote: “Highs and lows of the sport. Come back [from my fight], house has been burgled.”
“They stole my IBF belt, what are they going to do with that?"
Among the items stolen, the most significant— and perhaps the most baffling to the boxer—was his IBF International Light-Heavyweight belt.
"They've even took my IBF belt. What are they going to do with that?"
The question echoes the sentiment of the entire boxing community: this is not just a valuable object, but a deeply personal trophy representing years of dedication, sacrifice, and victory. Its material value is dwarfed by its sentimental and symbolic importance to the boxer.
Whittaker concluded his social media report with a direct appeal to the public, stressing his determination to retrieve his property and find the culprits.
• A "Big Reward" is being offered for anyone with information that leads to the recovery of the stolen items.
The news has sent shockwaves through the boxing world, with fans and fellow athletes offering messages of support and solidarity to the West Midlands fighter.
For now, the story of Ben Whittaker's great night in the ring has been inextricably linked to the cruel low of a break-in at his home. The focus now shifts from the ropes to the streets, as the search for the stolen items—and the unique IBF belt—begins.