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Category : Theft
Brave shopkeeper uses milk crate to fight off knife robber
A Pembrokeshire shopkeeper bravely defended himself with a plastic milk crate during a knife-point robbery attempt. CCTV footage released shows the dramatic confrontation. Read the full story.
Guard sacked for stealing £9k of slimming pens
A 20-stone security guard was fired and given a community order after stealing nearly £9,000 worth of weight-loss medication from a pharmaceutical distribution centre in Cardiff. Read the full story.
New charges after dog left to die in car, owner claimed theft
Nathan McKeown faces four charges, including animal cruelty and obstruction, after his viral campaign to find his 'stolen' dog Arnie. The German shepherd was found dead in his ute in Brisbane. Read the shocking details.
Thieves steal $2,000 cat in bizarre LA barber shop raid
In a bizarre Thanksgiving burglary, thieves used a pickup truck to smash into a Los Angeles barber shop, stealing equipment and the owner's prized $2,000 Savannah cat. Police are investigating.
Wedding decorator arrested for stealing couple's £8k honeymoon cash
An Atlanta couple's dream wedding turned to heartbreak after their hired decorator allegedly stole a $10,000 honeymoon fund. The suspect was caught on CCTV and later arrested. Read the full story.
Controversial 'zombie' baby Jesus stolen in Brussels
Belgian police investigate the theft of a faceless infant Jesus figure from a controversial Nativity display in Brussels' Grand Place. The artist says online sentiment turned positive after the incident.
Gran, 93, robbed of Christmas gifts in Edinburgh doorstep scam
A 93-year-old Edinburgh woman had Christmas presents stolen after thieves tricked their way into her home. Police are investigating the despicable theft.
Man accused of swallowing £15k Fabergé pendant in NZ
A 32-year-old man in Auckland is under police guard, accused of swallowing a rare £15,000 Fabergé octopus pendant. Officers await 'nature to take its course' as the suspect remains in custody.
Celebrity NYC boutique robbed of $2M in designer jeans
Masked thieves stole nearly $2 million in rare vintage clothing from a celebrity-frequented SoHo boutique. Police are investigating the high-value burglary. Read the full story.
Shopkeeper uses milk crate to fight off knife robbers
A brave shopkeeper in Pembrokeshire fought off two armed robbers using a milk crate. Both women have been jailed at Swansea Crown Court. Watch the dramatic footage.
£2,500 Nutcracker Stolen from Christmas-Obsessed Couple
A couple in Spaldwick are devastated after a 10-foot nutcracker was stolen from their garden. The festive display raised funds for a pet charity. Police are investigating.
Masked thieves raid Cotswold home after birthday party
A family home in Cirencester was ransacked by three masked thieves who stole precious gems. Gloucestershire Police are appealing for witnesses to the November 19 burglary.
Man charged for allegedly swallowing Fabergé James Bond pendant
A New Zealand man faces charges after allegedly swallowing a rare Fabergé pendant from a James Bond film. The £20,000 jewel was later recovered. Read the full story.
Faceless Infant Jesus Stolen from Brussels Nativity
A controversial cloth infant Jesus figure, criticised for lacking facial features, has been stolen from a Brussels nativity scene. Discover the full story behind the theft and the social media storm.
Elderly volunteer's car stolen during Thanksgiving charity work
An 80-year-old cancer survivor had her car stolen while volunteering at a Portland church. Thieves used her cards, charging $600. A GoFundMe aims to help her recover. Read her story.
Darts star Gerwyn Price offers £200 reward for stolen coat
Welsh darts star Gerwyn Price has offered a £200 reward and a signed shirt after his Sandbanks coat was stolen from a Newport pub. The incident comes just weeks before the PDC World Championship.
Gerwyn Price's £200 Fish & Chips Reward for Stolen Coat
Darts ace Gerwyn Price offers a unique £200 fish and chips reward and a signed shirt after his coat was stolen in a Newport pub. Read his appeal to 'name and shame'.
Boxer Ben Whittaker burgled during knockout victory
British boxing star Ben Whittaker's home was burgled while he secured a first-round knockout win in Birmingham. Thieves stole his IBF belt and other items. Read the full story and his reward offer.
Boxer Ben Whittaker's house burgled after victory
British light-heavyweight Ben Whittaker's home was burgled following his first-round win over Benjamin Gavazi. The thief even took his IBF belt. Read the full story and his plea for information.
Man banned from all UK Tesco, Sainsbury's, Co-op stores
Christopher Moran receives a five-year criminal behaviour order banning him from major UK retailers after pleading guilty to 10 thefts. Read the full court details.
Premier League stars targeted by organised crime gangs
Exclusive: Premier League footballers are being targeted by sophisticated criminal gangs who raid their homes for luxury goods to trade for drugs and guns. Discover the security crisis.
Real Housewife Amanda Cronin Targeted by London Phone Thieves
Real Housewives of London star Amanda Cronin reveals being targeted by phone snatchers, hackers, and car thieves. She calls for a New York-style crackdown on crime to make London safe again.
Man arrested for sleeping on stranger's sofa in Maine
A Milford man was arrested after a resident found him sleeping on their sofa and unwrapping their Christmas gifts. Bangor Police urge the public to secure their homes.
Grinch steals Christmas tree from Loughborough porch
A brazen thief was caught on camera stealing a 6ft Christmas tree from a family's porch in Loughborough. Watch the shocking footage and see how the story unfolded.
Grinch steals Christmas tree in Loughborough
Shocking doorbell footage shows a hooded figure stealing a 6ft Christmas tree from a mum's porch in Loughborough. The tree was later found dumped in a local park. Read the full story.
Thanksgiving home invasion leaves dog dead, ring stolen
A 76-year-old widow's home was burgled on Thanksgiving, leaving her dog dead and her wedding ring and mortgage money stolen. A GoFundMe has been set up to help her recover.
London's 'Fine Dining Bandit' Steals £2000
A brazen thief has targeted four high-end London businesses, stealing luxury items including steaks, langoustines and orchids worth nearly £2000. Police report rising parcel thefts nationwide.
Woman steals £200 of langoustines from Chelsea restaurant
A woman was caught on CCTV stealing £200 worth of langoustines from outside the Michelin-starred Elystan Street in Chelsea. Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses.
TikTok star robbed in London after 5 hours visit
American social media influencer Eric Ou assaulted and robbed of £3,000 jewellery in Soho. Read his shocking account and London safety concerns.
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