Kyren Wilson's cash for charity stolen during burglary

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Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Kyren Wilson's cash for charity stolen during burglary
Summary

While competing in a snooker event in Leicester, former world champion Kyren Wilson experienced a burglary at his home. Thieves stole £2,000 in cash intended for the BeMoreFab Children's Cancer Charity, along with three watches and jewellery. Wilson, who has pulled out of the Championship League Snooker event after winning his opening match 3-0, expressed his distress over the personal value of the stolen items. CCTV footage reportedly captured the offenders, and Wilson described the incident as deeply upsetting for his family.

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  • •Kyren Wilson's home was burglarized during a snooker event.
  • •Thieves stole £2,000 meant for children's cancer charity.
  • •Wilson has withdrawn from the Championship League Snooker event.
  • •CCTV captured the offenders during the burglary.
  • •The incident has caused significant distress for Wilson and his family.
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  • 4:47 PMYahoo Sports — Cancer charity cash stolen from Wilson's home
  • 4:46 PMBBC Sport — Cancer charity cash stolen from Wilson's home
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Former world champion Kyren Wilson is burgled while playing in a snooker event in Leicester

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Former world champion Kyren Wilson is burgled while playing in a snooker event in Leicester

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