GMB Viewers Outraged Over ‘Royal Raid’ Coverage While Others Struggle With Burglaries
Good Morning Britain sparked anger among viewers after it extensively covered a masked raid on a Windsor Castle estate, which allegedly took place while Prince William, Princess Catherine, and their three children slept nearby. Hosts Richard Madeley and Susanna Reid discussed the break-in during Monday’s episode (November 18), causing a stir on social media.
The incident, which occurred on October 13, involved two men who reportedly scaled the 6ft fence surrounding Shaw Farm. Thames Valley Police confirmed that a farm vehicle and a quad bike were stolen during the raid. While the break-in occurred on a royal estate, the news coverage focused heavily on the fact that the royal family’s home was nearby, reported by Yahoo News.
Many viewers expressed their frustration with the way the incident was treated by GMB. Some pointed out the discrepancy between this coverage and the lack of attention given to other local break-ins. One viewer wrote on social media, “PATHETIC the way GMB are trying to make a big deal out of the ‘Royal Raid.’ Kevin is right! It’s a farm on a massive estate! They stole farm equipment. The Royals slept through the raid because they were miles away.”
Another viewer added, “My neighbours house was broken into last month and personal items and a car stolen. It’s a s*r when there isn’t enough police to go around, isn’t it? Let me know if you want to come around with your cameras and do an interview, and I will pass on their details.”
A third viewer echoed these sentiments, saying, “So what about all the other people that have had their properties burgled? How dare you make this out to be a big news story when people can’t even get a police investigation. Talk about disrespectful to others, shame on you.”
The backlash highlights ongoing frustrations with media priorities, especially when high-profile figures are involved, and many are questioning why such incidents garner significant media attention while ordinary citizens’ struggles with crime remain underreported. The royal connection seems to have sparked outrage rather than sympathy, with viewers feeling that the coverage lacked perspective.