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Group Suspected of EBT Theft Shows Up to Court
A group of people suspected of stealing public assistance payments from some of the lowest-income residents of LA County had their day in court. Investigative reporter Eric Leonard reports March 23, 2023.
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Super Bowl Ring Thief Back in Prison Over Veteran Fraud Scheme, DA Says
The self-described “master thief” and New England Patriots fan convicted of stealing New York Giants Super Bowl rings in 2008 is back behind bars after a judge determined he had violated the terms of his probation. The Bristol district attorney’s office says 58-year-old Sean Murphy was sentenced last week to 18 months in state prison for, among other things, allegedly...
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Man Arrested in Connection to Theft of French Bulldogs at Gun Point
A man who stole two French bulldogs from their pregnant owner at gunpoint in Studio City back in December has been arrested.
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Grandmother's Christmas Gifts Stolen From Car
A grandmother in Riverside is trying to work extra hours to try and save Christmas after thieves stole the presents she had bought from her vehicle. Tony Shin reports for the NBC4 News on Dec. 23, 2022.
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Endangered Tortoises Believed Stolen From Florida Zoo
Two endangered Galápagos tortoise hatchlings are believed to have been stolen from St. Augustine Alligator Farm in St. Augustine, Fla.
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LAPD Bust Retail Theft Ring
The LAPD arrested 18 individuals involved with an LA retail theft ring that was busted Sunday.
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Police Announce Arrests In Train Cargo Thefts
The LAPD created a task force after hearing of train cargo thefts. Anoushah Rasta reports for NBC4 News on Nov. 17, 2022.
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Memorial Grows for Liquor Store Clerk Shot and Killed in San Bernardino
A memorial for a liquor store clerk gunned down in San Bernardino while trying to stop a thief continues to grow as the family wants justice.
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Beloved Clerk Gunned Down in Front of San Bernardino Liquor Store
One man is in custody after a popular store clerk was shot and killed outside a San Bernardino liquor store. Tony Shin reports for the NBC 4 News at 4
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Police Warn About Rise in Car Break-Ins at Griffith Park
Griffith Park is one of L.A.’s top tourist attractions, but police say it’s also become one of the city’s top targets for thieves. Kim Baldonado reports for the NBC 4 News at 4
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Pros Eyed in 90-Second ATM Heist; Loose Cash Scattered in Parking Lot
Police in New Jersey are looking for whoever stole an ATM from a Chase Bank and drove off with it, leaving drag marks — and loose cash — in the parking lot on their way out, authorities say. The standalone ATM was yanked from the bank on Route 1 in South Brunswick around 3:30 a.m. Tuesday, authorities said. Police declined…
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Rise in Theft Contributes to Rite Aid Closing in Woodland Hills
A popular Rite Aid in the middle of Woodland Hills is closing for good on Monday, following a rash of thefts at the store. John Cádiz Klemack reports for the NBC 4 News at 4.
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Watch: Catalytic Converter Theft Takes Only Minutes
Simi Valley Police Department Commander Riche Lew says catalytic converter thefts are on the rise. However, there are steps you can take to help prevent becoming a victim of this crime, like purchasing anti-theft devices for the converter. Kim Baldonado reports March 18, 2022.
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Catalytic Converter Thefts on the Rise
The catalytic converter thieves also bashed in the tail lights on one victim’s car. Hetty Chang reports for NBC4 on March 15, 2022.
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Man Accused of Yacht Theft Faces Multiple Felonies
A man accused of stealing a yacht and taking it on a joyride in Newport Harbor was charged Monday with multiple counts of vandalism and grand theft.
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Taking a Stab at Your Wallet and Gas Tank: The Dangers of Gas Theft
As gas prices continue to soar in Southern California, thieves are going to dangerous lengths to avoid the price at the pump: drilling holes directly into gas tanks and letting the fuel leak out.
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As Prices Soar, Concerns Over Gas Thefts Heighten
As gas prices continue to climb, thieves are stealing fuel straight from cars using drills; a dangerous practice not only for the victims but the thieves as well. John Cádiz Klemack reports March 11, 2022.
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Instagram Accounts Created With Stolen Pics Push Fraudulent Crypto Schemes
Scammers are stealing users content on social media to create fake Instagram accounts to lure in victims by promising huge returns on cryptocurrency.
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Woman Charged in $328K Worth of Orange County Retail Thefts
A Costa Mesa woman was charged with multiple felonies by the Orange County District Attorney’s office, for allegedly stealing over $328K in items from Nordstrom Rack and TJ Maxx stores.
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San Francisco's Vaunted Tolerance Dims Amid Brazen Crimes
A recent surge in home break-ins and brazen shoplifting has some San Francisco residents feeling that the city they fell in love with is in decline.