South America organized crime group They were reportedly behind the home invasions of professional athletes in recent months.
The FBI warned professional sports leagues about targeted home invasions in a contact information report. ABC News It was reported on Monday.
According to the report, these groups carry out “physical and technical surveillance” in case of a robbery. They use social media to know when and where people leave their homes and get the word out.
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The report says the so-called “perception” that athletes may have branded goods, expensive jewelry and cash makes them targets. An “organized thief group” reportedly robbed the homes of at least nine professional athletes.
“Although many robberies occur while the home is unoccupied, some robberies occur while residents are home. In these cases, individuals seek the help of law enforcement and engage with criminals. They are encouraged to avoid interaction because they may become armed or violent if confronted by criminals,” the report said. said, according to ABC News.
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In recent months, NFL stars such as Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and Joe Burrow have been targeted by robberies. Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic was also robbed recently.
The NFL issued a residential burglary alert to its players in November, according to NFL Network.
Officials told the network at the time that South American criminal organizations were believed to be behind the series of robberies.
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“It's legal,” the source said. NFL Network last month. “This is a transnational criminal organization that has focused on NBA and NFL players over the past three weeks and has spread across the country.”
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