A celebrity antiques expert who was attacked by two men with hammers has said he has “recovered very well” and thanked fans for their support.

Ian Towning, 76, said he was much better after being “smashed to bits” when attackers targeted his store in March.

The duo damaged property and stole thousands of pounds worth of jewellery during the raid on the Bourbon Hanby Antiques Arcade in Chelsea, west London. Two others, including a security guard, were also injured.

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