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Catalytic Converters

Catalytic converters are stolen by the thousands in Las Vegas. Here's why

May 12, 2022

Catalytic converter theft is running rampant across the Las Vegas Valley, From Jan. 1 to April 8, Las Vegas Metropolitan police reported 784 thefts

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National
Dan Henry, D.C. resident, out for a ride on his mountain bike. His bike was stolen from his home a few weeks ago.

Bike Thieves Are On A Roll During The Pandemic. Here's How To Protect Your Ride

Apr 02, 2021
The "bike boom" of the COVID-19 pandemic, which resulted in a shortage of bikes nationwide, has also led to a significant rise in bike theft in multiple cities across the country
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Strange News
Shapewear undergarments hang on display at Walgreens. Fajas are similar products with Spanx-like features that constrict and body-shape.

Burglars Lift $2 Million Worth Of Body-Shaping 'Faja' Undergarments

Jul 21, 2019
In 2018, burglars looted 34,000 pairs of fajas from a Miami undergarment seller. The criminals cut a hole through the roof and disabled the alarms in a movie-style heist.
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Newscast headlines

Former Navajo Nation Official Sentenced In Theft Case

Apr 13, 2019
TUBA CITY, Ariz. (AP) — A former manager of the Navajo Nation's Tuba City Chapter has been sentenced to jail time and probation in a theft case.

Priscilla Littlefoot had pleaded no contest last year to charges stemming from the theft of more than $1 million in chapter funds.
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Newscast headlines

Sheriff: Man Admitted To 2 Northern Nevada Killings; Gun Used In 4

Jan 26, 2019
RENO, Nev. (AP) — A 19-year-old from El Salvador admitted killing a married couple in Nevada and used a handgun that he said he stole earlier from their Reno home to do it, according to a sheriff's report obtained Friday by The Associated Press.

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National
The Grinch balloon floats above New York City during the 2017 Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade. This week, real-life Grinches have been trying to steal Christmas cheer.

The Thieves Who Stole Christmas: 3 Stories Of Real-Life 'Grinches'

Dec 21, 2018
This week, Christmas gifts and decorations were swiped in Pennsylvania, Idaho and Florida.
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Europe
Swedish police cordoned off at area on Tuesday as they investigate the theft of royal jewels from the Strängnäs Cathedral.

The Swedish Job: Daring Thieves Steal Royal Jewels, Escape On Motorboat

Aug 01, 2018
Two crowns and an orb, dating to the 17th century, were stolen from a cathedral in Sweden on Tuesday. The perpetrators of the heist were at large after fleeing the scene on bicycles and by boat.
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Newscast headlines

3 Convicted In Utah On Charges Tied To Las Vegas Lingerie Thefts

Mar 20, 2018
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah court records show three people have pleaded guilty to charges related to the theft of more than $500,000 in underwear and other merchandise from Victoria's Secret stores in Las Vegas.
 
Records show 41-year-old William Orlando Pin
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Newscast headlines

Bandits Walk Away With Money, Chips From Las Vegas Casinos

Jan 19, 2018

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Bandits have gotten away with cash and chips from four casino-hotels in Las Vegas since last week, leaving police on the hunt for multiple suspects.

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Newscast headlines

Disbarred Las Vegas Lawyer Gets Prison For Theft From Clients

Nov 14, 2016

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A 48-year-old disbarred Las Vegas lawyer has been sentenced to up to seven years in state prison for stealing more than $140,000 from her former clients.

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The Torch
Australian Olympic team delegation head Kitty Chiller speaks to the media during a press Conference on Thursday in Rio de Janeiro.

The Australian Olympic Team Is Having A Rough Week

Jul 31, 2016
First, the Australian team's move-in was delayed. Then they had to evacuate because of a fire in their building. Now their delegation head says several items were stolen after they fled from the fire.
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Newscast headlines

Police Catch Robbery Suspect With Help From Hidden Tracker

May 31, 2016

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Las Vegas police say a tracker that was hidden in stolen cash helped lead them to an armed robbery suspect tied to the thefts of more than 10 convenience stores.

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Newscast headlines

Audit: State Museum Gift Shops Need To Up Their Game

Dec 07, 2015

CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) — State auditors say Nevada state museums aren't doing a good job of keeping track of the toys, books and medallions they have in their gift shops and could be leaving the door open for theft.

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Newscast headlines

11 Indicted In Fake Credit Card Scheme At Las Vegas Casinos

Jul 13, 2015

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Eleven people have been indicted in Nevada in what authorities say was a scheme to make fake credit cards and collect cash advances at Las Vegas casinos.

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The Two-Way

Honor System Exploited On Scottish Island That Had Been Crime-Free

Jun 17, 2015
Locals say it's the first theft on the island in decades. Items ranging from wool hats to candy and cosmetics were taken from a shop next to Canna's pier.
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The Salt
Pappy Van Winkle bourbons at Bourbons Bistro in Louisville, Ky. The spirit was pricey even before a heist at the distillery.

At Last: Kentucky Authorities Bust Ring Behind Great Bourbon Heist

Apr 21, 2015
In 2013, more than 200 bottles of pricey Pappy Van Winkle bourbon vanished from a Kentucky distillery. Tuesday authorities announced indictments in what appears to be a much bigger crime syndicate.
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KNPR's State of Nevada

Theft Damages Adult English Language Program

Jul 21, 2014

An official in Clark County School District's Adult English Language Acquisition Services has been indicted on charges that she stole almost $300,000...

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