Copper thieves disrupt internet and street lighting in Van Nuys
The issue of copper theft continues to trouble residents in Los Angeles. In Van Nuys, thieves have targeted internet cables, disrupting service and leaving neighborhoods dark. Surveillance footage captured the moment two individuals—one without a shirt and wearing a mask, the other in a hoodie—pulled copper wire from an underground access point. The incident took […]
Frustrated Philadelphia couple fills box with unpleasant items for revenge on porch thieves, who fall for the trap every time.
Philadelphia Couple Pranks Porch Pirates with Dog Waste Porch piracy has become a significant issue, and recently, a couple from Philadelphia decided to take matters into their own hands after a theft hit too close to home. Travis Jaraffa and Lauren Goffredo explained to WTXF-TV that they were motivated to act when someone stole a […]
Military offers reward for details that help catch Fort Campbell drone thieves
Army Offers Reward for Stolen Drones The Army Criminal Investigation Service is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the individuals behind the theft of several drones. A flyer released by the department indicates that the drones were last reported at Fort Campbell in Kentucky […]
Teen car thieves crash stolen vehicle into Baltimore officer who returns fire while being struck, and they flee the scene.
14-Year-Old Car Thieves Crash Into Baltimore Officer A group of three 14-year-olds stole a car and crashed it into a Baltimore police officer, who fired his weapon as he was struck. The young thieves managed to escape the scene but were arrested a few days later. Officer William Cole responded to a call about an […]
Las Vegas thieves Lorraine Alvarado and Kassandra Alvarez smile during sentencing for Herbert Muskin’s death
Two women involved in a high-speed police chase that led to the death of a 101-year-old World War II veteran in Las Vegas are claiming police brutality. Lorraine Alvarado, 34, and Cassandra Alvarez, 32, received sentences of 14 to 40 years and 10 to 30 years in prison, respectively, after evading charges related to the […]
Thieves break into LA store and steal nearly $200K worth of Pokémon cards
A group of thieves pulled off an audacious heist in Anaheim, digging into a collector’s shop and making off with nearly $200,000 in Pokémon cards. The theft occurred early Wednesday at Dow Collectibles, located on North Harbor Boulevard. Local police provided details about the incident. According to investigators, the culprits breached an office wall, utilizing […]
Texas uncle with a gun quickly intervenes to stop armed thieves targeting his nephew.
Uncle Intervenes in Armed Robbery at Costco Last week, a group of three armed robbers faced unexpected trouble while attempting to snatch a watch from a victim during a planned sale. As the incident unfolded, the victim’s uncle, who was armed, witnessed the crime and reacted quickly, according to Texas law enforcement. Constable Mark Herman […]
Police Department Cautions About New Scam Thieves Use at ATMs
ATM Diversionary Theft Arrests Made in California The Orange County Sheriff’s Department (OCSD) has taken three individuals into custody following a series of ATM diversion thefts across several counties in California. On January 6, OCSD’s Northern Operations investigators arrested three Romanian nationals—Romita Akitei, Paul Agafitei, and George Asafiei. The sheriff’s office shared that these individuals […]
Callous metal thieves rob California Little Leagues, risking season cancellations
A thief is wreaking havoc on a Little League team in California, posing a serious threat to the upcoming baseball season for children. Recent thefts have involved the stealing of electrical boxes and stadium lighting at various Little League parks, jeopardizing night games and practice sessions. As reported, this crime wave is causing escalating concern. […]
Store owners in NYC report thieves stealing items to trade for drugs: ‘It’s like a parade’
That’s enough. Residents of the Lower East Side are frustrated with the growing number of drug addicts and transients congregating in their local parks. Business owners have expressed concerns, claiming that these individuals are robbing them blind. These worries surfaced after reports indicated that many drug addicts, previously removed from Washington Square Park, have now […]