London’s ‘Mind the Grab’ initiative receives criticism for its response to phone thefts.
Backlash Against London’s ‘Mind the Grab’ Campaign This summer, London launched a campaign called ‘Mind the Grab,’ aimed at highlighting the issue of mobile phone theft particularly in the bustling Oxford Street shopping area. However, it hasn’t exactly been met with open arms from locals and tourists alike, who are expressing frustration towards the authorities […]
Bank robbers are making this blue state a hotspot for thefts.
Bank Robberies in Colorado: A Growing Concern Despite Decline Nationwide Even though bank robberies have decreased across the country in recent years, Colorado still holds one of the highest rates of these incidents. This situation is troubling for local bank owners, who have reported a rise in robberies recently. As detailed in a FBI report, […]
Repeated burglar took advantage of New York’s lenient bail laws during a spree of thefts
The state’s permissive bail laws allowed a repeat offender to repeatedly target businesses in New York City. This continued until his actions finally led to serious consequences, as reported. Orest Kovalshin, age 37, was apprehended for commercial robbery in various areas of Queens and Brooklyn in 2022. However, he was consistently released because state reforms […]
Personal assistant committed several thefts totaling over $600,000 before his suicide, according to former Strand Bookstore owner.
Allegations of Theft and Suicide Linked to Sen. Ron Wyden’s Family A gay personal assistant has reportedly faced torture and was driven to suicide by the family of Democratic Senator Ron Wyden. It’s alleged that they stole money, jewelry, clothing, books, and valuable Disney passes from him, specifically from Wyden’s wife, Nancy Bass Wyden, who […]
MSNBC analyst who experienced six vehicle thefts in DC criticizes Trump’s policies.
An MSNBC analyst recently found herself at the center of some criticism for her comments regarding crime in Washington, D.C. This came soon after she expressed discontent over the deployment of National Guard troops by President Trump, seemingly overlooking her earlier concerns about theft levels in the city. Ashley Parker, a senior political correspondent at […]
Crime by migrants and car thefts are not a major concern for many Americans
At a Democratic National Committee (DNC) summer meeting in Minneapolis, representatives from the VERA Judicial Institute highlighted that discussions around “immigrant crimes” might not resonate with most Americans. They suggested that people are generally more focused on pressing issues such as homelessness and mental health instead. One speaker pointed out, “Where is Trump going? Immigration […]
Phone Thefts in London Reach All-Time High with More Than 116,000 Taken Last Year
Last year saw an unprecedented rise in mobile phone thefts across London, with nearly 330 devices being stolen daily in the city. According to data from the metropolitan police, a staggering 116,656 phone thefts occurred in 2024, which averages to about 13 incidents each hour. This marks an increase of 1,300 thefts from the previous […]
Unauthorized migrants planned bold thefts before shooting an off-duty border agent in a NYC park, according to the district attorney.
Two illegal immigrants, arrested for shooting an off-duty customs and border protection officer, reportedly planned their robbery on WhatsApp, according to prosecutors on Wednesday. The shooter, 21-year-old Miguel Francisco Mora Nunez, is facing attempted murder charges in an 11-count indictment presented at the Manhattan Supreme Court, as stated by District Attorney Alvin Bragg, who made […]
Crypto thefts exceed $142 million in July, with CoinDCX facing the biggest losses
In July, at least $142 million was siphoned off in 17 different attacks within the crypto space. This marks a 27% increase in monthly losses compared to June, which had recorded $111 million in losses, as reported by blockchain security company Peckshield. Yet, this figure is still significantly lower—46% down, in fact—from the $266 million […]
5 alleged Tren de Aragua gang members charged in retail thefts, including 1 seen sobbing in police interview
Florida authorities arrested five suspected members of Venezuelan gangster Tren de Aragua in connection with a string of retail thefts, with one of the suspects sobbing during an interview with law enforcement. Alexis Jose Rodriguez Benavides, Darwin Smith Vasquez Leon, Ildemaro Miguel Escarona Mendoza, Ramon Jesus Carpintello Luna and Samuel Ogris David Anthony Charlie are […]