Internet boyfriend Benedict Cumberbatch literally fought off a bunch of muggers

Benedict Cumberbatch helped fight off a group of muggers attacking a cyclist in London, a mere stone’s throw from Sherlock Holmes’ Baker Street home.

“The cyclist was lucky, Benedict’s a superhero,” said Cumberbatch’s Uber driver, who witnessed the whole thing and eventually joined to help.

Yeah, we know.

Cumberbatch reportedly leapt out of his Uber to help the struggling cyclist, who was being attacked by no less than four assailants. Bystanders told The Sun that he shouted “Leave him alone!” and then pulled the muggers off their victim. Read more…

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Source: Mashable | Internet boyfriend Benedict Cumberbatch literally fought off a bunch of muggers