Emmerdale star Bradley Riches 'absolutely heartbroken' after shocking home theft

Bradley was the victim of a theft
Tamzin Meyer

Emmerdale and Lewis Barton actor Bradley Riches has taken to social media to inform followers of a recent theft he was victim to.

Taking to Instagram yesterday (Wednesday, July 15), Bradley shared a post. He explained the importance of sharing both the ‘highs and lows’ of his life.

Sadly, there was one low in particular that had left him feeling down though. He’d been the victim of having his things stolen.

Emmerdale's Bradley Riches serious
Bradley opened up about a difficult moment (Credit: ITV)

Emmerdale star Bradley Riches reveals he’s been victim to a recent theft

Sharing a photo of himself trying to put on a smile for a mirror selfie, Bradley revealed that not every aspect of his life was as great as it might’ve seemed.

Fans of Bradley might know that, as well as filming as Lewis Barton in Emmerdale, the actor also has another job. He runs his own coffee van business with husband Scott.

Bradley’s personal car was recently stolen in a theft, as well as his coffee van from his business.

Absolutely devastated that the things he’d worked so hard for had been taken, Bradley captioned the post: “Always sharing the highs and the lows on here. This week started so perfectly. I got back from the Heartstopper premiere after having the best time… only to come home and find out I’d been robbed. My car is gone, but what breaks my heart the most is that my coffee truck has been taken too. @bradleysbarandcafe.

“Two things I’ve worked so incredibly hard for, gone just like that.

“I’m absolutely heartbroken.

“To the person who took them, I hope you have a really bad day.”

Emmerdale's Bradley Riches serious
Fans have sent Bradley their love and support (Credit: ITV)

Fans rush to support Bradley Riches after theft news

Reacting to Bradley’s theft news, his online followers have rushed to the comments section to given the actor their support and love.

They’re devastated for the star, following on his coffee van journey as well as on his acting journey too.

One person commented: “This is awful! Sending so much love xx.”

Hollyoaks star Isabelle Smith shared: “Babe no 🙁 I’m so sorry to hear this, sending you both so much love.”

A third person added: “I am so sorry this has happened to you, one of the nicest people ever and you don’t deserve this x”

Emmerdale co-star Lauren Norton also wrote: “WHAT???? That’s awful Bradley. I hope you’re ok.”

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