A growing trend of high-tech, organized burglary rings is putting wealthy athletes and high-net-worth individuals at risk across the United States. These burglary groups are using advanced tools and techniques to break into the homes of professional athletes, with recent reports linking these crimes to transnational South American Theft Groups. The threat has prompted major sports leagues, including the NBA and NFL, to issue warnings to their players about these sophisticated criminals.
Athletes Among Recent Victims
Several high-profile athletes have been victims of these high-tech burglaries. In October, homes of Kansas City Chiefs players Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce were broken into, with $20,000 stolen from Kelce’s residence. Milwaukee Bucks' Bobby Portis and Minnesota Timberwolves' Mike Conley have also reported break-ins in recent months. These burglaries often occur while the athletes are away attending games or events, making their homes vulnerable.
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