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Sacramento Bee
1 week ago
California

Stolen Porsches worth $500,000 driven through showroom windows, California police say

Accused thieves stole two Porsches worth $500,000 by crashing through showroom windows in California. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
3 months ago
California

Mom, two kids arrive home to find stranger trying on clothes, California police say

A stranger was caught trying on clothes in a California home by a mother and her two children
The intruder was arrested and found with stolen mail, checks, credit cards, and burglary tools [ more ]
www.latimes.com
5 months ago
Los Angeles

Neighbor ransacks apartment 'multiple times,' takes items worth $30,000, police say

A woman in Irvine, California, was arrested for allegedly stealing over $30,000 worth of items from her neighbor's apartment while they were out of town.
The victim is concerned about her sense of security and the potential theft of personal information. [ more ]
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The Mercury News
2 days ago
Cars

Two Campbell businesses each have $10,000 worth of merchandise stolen

The incidents reported include drug-related crimes, burglary, assault, theft, and disorderly conduct in various locations within the city. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago
Cars

Driver cracks newly paved church parking lot in Saratoga

Vandalism at Church of the Ascension parking lot with $41,000 damage reported. [ more ]
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www.islingtongazette.co.uk
2 weeks ago
Cars

Duo charged with burglary after 'BMW stolen from home'

A man from Islington charged in connection with a burglary in Stevenage alongside a co-accused who are due to appear in court. [ more ]
www.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Crime scene closes road as police think person 'injured' inside home

Police closed a road in Ilford due to a reported burglary, discovering evidence of injury but an empty property. [ more ]
BBC News
1 month ago
London

Burglars target Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak's home

Premier League footballer's car stolen from home after burglary.
Repeat incidents raise concerns about security in the area. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Thieves steal about $30 million in historic California heist, police says

Thieves stole $30 million in cash from a storage facility.
This heist is among the largest in LA history. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Vintage watches and jewellery worth 40,000 burgled from flat in Bromley

Jewelry and vintage watches worth £40,000 were stolen from a flat in south east London.
Police are looking for two suspects seen leaving the building. [ more ]
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Los Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Trio of suspects burglarized 131 businesses, many of them small restaurants, police say

The 'Punch Crew' targeted 131 businesses, predominantly small family-owned restaurants, with a consistent pattern of burglary, resulting in significant financial losses. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
Los Angeles

An intruder made it to the second flood of L.A. Mayor Bass' home: Here's what we know

Police arrested intruder at L.A. Mayor's residence; motive unclear. [ more ]
www.dailynews.com
3 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Man breaks into home of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, is arrested

A 29-year-old man was arrested for breaking into LA Mayor Karen Bass's home, with the mayor and her family unharmed during the incident. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

The perfect heist? Theft of up to $30 million from L.A. vault was seamless, sophisticated, stealthy

Sophisticated heist at Gardaworld facility in Sylmar resulted in $20-30 million theft.
Burglars accessed cash vault through roof at quiet suburban location, evading detection. [ more ]
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Brooklyn Paper
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Burglar jailed after stealing $100,000 from Gargiulo's Restaurant in Coney Island * Brooklyn Paper

The defendant was sentenced to eight years in prison for burglarizing a popular Coney Island restaurant and stealing $100,000 from its safe. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
California

Man accused of tunneling into jewelry store found covered in debris, California cops say

The burglary suspect was caught covered in debris near the crime scene.
Deputies apprehended the suspect who was wearing the same outfit as seen in the surveillance footage. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
New York City

Phony Amazon worker stole $35K in cash, jewelry - and kid's savings - in NYC home burglary spree

The thief posed as an Amazon worker to commit burglaries
The thief targeted multiple neighborhoods and made off with significant cash and jewelry [ more ]
SFGATE
3 months ago
San Francisco

SF jury says man not guilty of stealing electronics from Ubisoft office

A man has been found not guilty of burglarizing the San Francisco offices of video game developer Ubisoft.
The man, David Wesser, was acquitted of felony charges after his defense argued that the police's evidence did not prove his involvement in the burglary. [ more ]
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www.dw.com
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Los Angeles police investigate $30 million Easter heist DW 04/05/2024

The heist occurred on Easter Sunday in Sylmar, with nearly $30 million stolen.
Burglars broke through the roof to access the building's vault, bypassing the alarm system. [ more ]
BKReader
2 months ago
Brooklyn

Police Search For Four Suspects Linked to Brooklyn Bodega Robbery

NYPD detectives seek public help in finding burglary suspects
Four suspects involved in Brooklyn Heights business burglary [ more ]
www.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Four men arrested after 'using vehicle to break into shop'

Four men arrested for shop burglary using a vehicle.
Items recovered during the arrest included vapes, cigarettes, and alcohol. [ more ]
www.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Teens arrested in Romford on suspicion of burglary after car 'stolen'

Three teenagers arrested in Romford on suspicion of burglary.
Police are asking for doorbell or dashcam footage from Basildon to assist in their investigation. [ more ]
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www.newsshopper.co.uk
3 months ago
London

South London man who stole wallet at Gatwick Airport jailed

Lloyd Edwards stole a wallet from a shop at Gatwick Airport and went on a spending spree.
He was sentenced to eight months in prison for burglary of a commercial premises. [ more ]
Brooklyn Paper
3 months ago
Brooklyn

The grape escape: Thirsty burglar steals box of wine from back of Brooklyn delivery truck * Brooklyn Paper

An unknown thief stole a box of wine from a delivery truck in southern Brooklyn.
Burglary reports are slightly down in the 62nd Precinct, but robbery reports are on the rise. [ more ]
The Sacramento Bee
5 months ago
California

Woman finds stranger hiding in closet of looted home, CA cops say. 'Worst nightmare'

A woman in Irvine, California returned from vacation to find an accused burglar hiding in her closet.
The burglar was found with stolen property, including expensive handbags and electronics. [ more ]
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Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Los Angeles

Mob uses government car to smash, rob L.A. shop hours before owner was set to open 2nd location

Deshawn J. Snelson, a Black entrepreneur, named his sportswear store Hype Kingdom which stands for 'Help your people elevate.'
Burglars stole around $100,000 worth of merchandise from Snelson's shop in Bellflower, California, and the crime was captured on video. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
4 months ago
Los Angeles

Murder charges filed against third defendant in slaying of Oakland police officer

Murder charges have been filed against a third defendant in the shooting of an Oakland police officer.
The officer was killed while responding to a burglary report. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Cars

Burglars steal potato chips from Saratoga High snack shack

The article reports various criminal activities including burglary, identity theft, possession of stolen vehicles and firearms, and robbery in Saratoga. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
4 weeks ago
California

Fake priest preyed on churches across US in string of robberies, California cops say

Posing as a priest, Malin Rostas was arrested in California for robberies nationwide, using elaborate schemes to gain access to churches. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
California

Man charged with burglary and indecent exposure over break-in at Santa Monica apartment

Romero charged with burglary and indecent exposure
Romero has a history of criminal activities [ more ]
London
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Thief jailed after dramatic police chase in east London following Christmas Day burglary spree

Specialist pursuit teams successfully capture thief after a Christmas Day burglary spree in east London. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Prolific London burglar arrested by police while having his hair cut

Larry Connors committed a string of burglaries across England, leaving DNA evidence at the crime scenes.
Connors was caught while having a haircut at a barber's shop in Nottinghamshire and sentenced to over four years in prison. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Stephanie Beacham says 'I thought I was going to die' when armed burglar raided her west London home

Stephanie Beacham, the Dynasty star, spoke about a terrifying armed burglary that occurred at her west London home.
The burglar, David Wilson, threatened Beacham with a two-foot metal bar and was later sentenced to 10 years and five months in prison. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
3 months ago
London

South east London man with hammer and screwdriver stole cash from Co-op

Jake Simms pleaded guilty to burglary, dangerous driving, driving without a licence, and driving without insurance.
Simms was sentenced to two years' imprisonment and will be disqualified from driving for two years after his release. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Burglar in 26m raid on Tamara Ecclestone's Kensington mansion 'freed from jail after two years'

Alessandro Donati, one of the burglars involved in Britain's largest ever jewellery heist, has been released from prison and deported to Italy.
The stolen items, including precious jewellery, have not been recovered and are believed to have been taken to Serbia to be laundered. [ more ]
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www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Pair jailed for brutally attacking man and woman with metal poles in Stratford burglary

Two men jailed for brutal assault and burglary in Stratford, causing severe injuries to victims.
A manhunt led to the arrest of the perpetrators, who were later sentenced to 14 years and six months, and 11 years in jail. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Oakland homeowner shot and killed burglar during attempted home invasion, police say

An East Oakland resident shot and killed one of two burglars during a home invasion, deemed a justifiable homicide by police and prosecutors.
The alleged accomplice of the deceased burglar has been charged with murder under the legal theory of provocation. [ more ]
The Mercury News
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Marin police arrest East Bay man suspected of burglary after chase on Highway 101

Suspect arrested after leading police on high-speed pursuit, driving the wrong way on a freeway.
Multiple charges including burglary, firearm possession, and police evasion filed against the suspect. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Oakland: Burglars hit several businesses in Temescal Alley

Burglary at Oakland's Temescal Alley
Increase in burglaries in Oakland [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

Police: East Bay man found in Marin County home trying on resident's clothes

A man was arrested for breaking into a home in Sausalito, California and trying on the resident's clothing.
The man was caught with suspected burglary tools, stolen mail, checks, and credit cards. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Third man charged with murder in shooting of Oakland undercover Officer Tuan Le

Marquise Cooper has been charged with murder and burglary in connection with the killing of Oakland police Officer Tuan Le.
Cooper is the fourth person to face charges in Le's death, and the third person to be charged with murder.
All four suspects in the case remain jailed. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Public memorial for slain Oakland police Officer Tuan Le draws hundreds

Hundreds of people gathered for the memorial service honoring fallen Oakland police officer Tuan Le.
Le was the first OPD officer to be killed while on duty since 2009, sparking grief within the department and solidarity from the community. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Nearly $2 million in luxury Hermes handbags swiped from Miami Beach store. How it happened

Luxury handbags worth $2 million stolen from Miami Beach store
One suspect arrested and facing charges of burglary and grand theft [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
San Francisco

San Francisco homicide: Woman stabbed, suspect chased to Oakland

Woman fatally stabbed in San Francisco home, suspect arrested in Oakland after a chase.
Suspect arrested on suspicion of homicide, burglary, and elder abuse. [ more ]
SFGATE
3 months ago
San Francisco

San Francisco police station burglarized in Fillmore District

A San Francisco police station was burglarized on Thursday morning.
A suspect was arrested on suspicion of burglary and resisting arrest. [ more ]
Brooklyn
Brooklyn Paper
2 months ago
Brooklyn

Eagle-eyed neighbor aids in arrest of alleged Fort Greene burglar: NYPD * Brooklyn Paper

Cops arrested a burglar in Fort Greene after a neighbor's tip-off.
Crime rates down in Fort Greene's 88th Precinct, with most major crime categories decreasing or remaining stable compared to the previous year. [ more ]
QNS.com
3 months ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn man criminally charged for holiday package thefts at Lindenwood apartment buildings: DA - QNS.com

Queens District Attorney secures indictment against man charged with burglary in a mail theft spree in Lindenwood.
Oliver Rodriguez was arraigned on a 25-count indictment charging him with burglary, petit larceny, and possession of a burglar's tools. [ more ]
Brooklyn Paper
3 months ago
Brooklyn

Hotel horror: Cops seek gun-wielding robbers who hit up Fort Greene hotel * Brooklyn Paper

Cops are searching for two men who robbed a woman at gunpoint in a Fort Greene hotel.
Reports of both robbery and burglary are down year-to-date in Brooklyn's 88th Precinct where the robbery occurred. [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Watch: Teenager raiding gun shop comes face-to-face with armed police

Teenager arrested for raiding gun shop in Yorkshire after police blocked his escape with Honda and discovered shotgun cartridges.
Kodi Singleton, 18, pleaded guilty to burglary and was sentenced to two years and one month in a young offenders institution. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Moment elderly man attacked in own home by masked burglar caught on CCTV

Pensioner attacked by burglar in own home.
Nottinghamshire Police seeking information. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Burglars broke into Bronson Batterby's home days after tragic deaths, police reveal

Burglars broke into the home of toddler Bronson Battersby and his father Kenneth after their bodies were discovered.
The intruders stole Mr. Battersby's wallet and medication a day after the bodies were found. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Watch police dog hunt down bungling burglar hiding in children's soft play area

Police dog catches burglar in garden centre
Burglar sentenced to one year in prison [ more ]
SFGATE
2 months ago
SF food

'Completely psychotic': Burglars set Oakland deli's menu board on fire

Burglars broke into West Oakland deli, set fire before fleeing
Stay Gold Deli owner estimates $200 stolen, ATM cut with no money taken [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
Chicago

Group of newly arrived migrants allegedly behind string of burglaries plaguing Chicago suburb: police

A band of newly arrived migrants may be part of a larger crime ring behind retail thefts and burglaries in a Chicago suburb.
47 migrants have been arrested since October in Oak Brook, with many incidents targeting a Macy's in the local mall. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
4 months ago
Chicago

Charges filed in shooting of Chicago police officer wounded while responding to Gold Coast burglary

Deshawn Lucas, a wanted man with a federal indictment against him, has been charged with shooting a Chicago police officer.
Lucas was arrested following a smash-and-grab burglary at a Prada store in the Gold Coast neighborhood.
Lucas and the injured officer were taken to Northwestern Memorial Hospital for treatment. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
5 months ago
Chicago

Crew of burglars strike overnight at Lincoln Park business on North Side, cops say

Burglars break into Chicago business and steal a laptop and other items
Police are investigating the incident and no suspects are in custody [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
4 months ago
Los Angeles

Burglars ram U-Haul truck into downtown L.A. bike shop in failed attempt to break into store

More than a dozen would-be burglars attempted to break into a bike shop in downtown LA by repeatedly ramming a U-Haul truck into the wall.
The attempted burglary caused about $40,000 in damages to the shop, adding to the struggles of an already slow year for the business. [ more ]
Mission Local
5 months ago
Mission District

Burglars break into K&H Liquors and steal ATM

Three suspects broke into K&H Liquor Store and stole an ATM using a crowbar.
This is not the first case of ATM theft in the neighborhood. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
5 months ago
Los Angeles

Uninvolved driver killed when high-speed pursuit ends in violent crash in South L.A.

A burglary suspect being chased by law enforcement in South Los Angeles crashed into two vehicles, killing one innocent driver.
Deputies chased the suspects onto the 110 Freeway and called off the pursuit due to excessive speeds, but the California Highway Patrol picked up the chase.
Three people in the Lexus were taken into custody and treated for their injuries. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
6 months ago
US politics

Father of alleged Highland Park parade shooter turns himself in

The father of a suspect in a Fourth of July parade shooting turned himself in to begin a 60-day jail sentence.
The judge reprimanded the father for violating court rules regarding dress code.
The case is significant because it is a rare example of a parent held criminally liable for the actions of a mass shooter. [ more ]
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