British actor praised for 'rugby tackling' handbag robber before film premiere
Summary
British actor Aneurin Barnard stopped a robber who tried to steal a handbag from an elderly woman in Annecy, France, before the premiere of his new film. He caught and held the thief until the police arrived and then returned the bag to the woman.Key Facts
- Aneurin Barnard is a British actor known for roles in Dunkirk and Peaky Blinders.
- The incident happened in the city center of Annecy during an animation film festival.
- Barnard chased, tackled, and held the bag snatcher until police arrived.
- The robbery victim was an older woman who was left traumatized.
- The film Barnard was promoting is called Rogue Trooper, based on a UK sci-fi comic.
- The film is an animated science fiction story about a super soldier seeking a traitor.
- Director Duncan Jones shared the story on social media and praised Barnard’s actions.
- The film features other actors like Sean Bean, Asa Butterfield, and Diane Morgan.
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