Bargain Hunt’s Philip Serrell’s devastating ordeal as family targeted. (Image: BBC)
auctioneer Philip Serrell revealed his daughter Clementine experienced a frightening incident earlier this year when thieves attempted to snatch her car keys.
Thankfully, Clementine, 36, managed to catch the culprits in the act.
Philip, 70, posted: “Last night @clemserrell caught two blokes stealing her car after a car key theft. In a way I hope they don’t get caught. Won’t do their street cred any good being chased off by a 5’4 blonde.”
Clementine also took the incident lightly. She joked in the comments section: “I’m basically a Liam Neeson/James Bond hybrid now thank you to everyone for their well wishes x.”
Phillip’s followers were quick to offer their support. One user responded: “Clementine Serrell is constantly inspiring and such a hard-working person. Only deserves the best and not these crooks! Hugs to you, Clem.”
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Philip Serrell’s daughter Clementine caught the thugs in the act. (Image: Instagram)
“Another added: “Sorry to hear this but it’s good Clem chased the hoodlums off. Hope she is ok.” A third also commented: “At-a-girl Clem – hope you are ok.”
Phillip gained popularity after his appearance on Bargain Hunt and is . Known as his ‘Serrell scarf’, he disclosed the true reason behind his frequent use of it. On X, previously known as Twitter, he explained: “Cast your mind back to about November of 1999, I was asked to record the very first Bargain Hunt that they ever recorded.
“Phillip revealed: “I walked into the green room with a scarf on and I was about to take it off when the soundman said, ‘What are you doing?’ I said, ‘Well, I’m taking my scarf off.’ He said, ‘No, no, no – don’t do that because I can hide the microphone in there and it makes me look really good.'”
Phillip went on to become a regular on the show, often presenting alongside , and has also appeared on Antiques Road Trip. His other notable credits include Flog It! and Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is.