Authorities in North Carolina are investigating a distressing burglary at the home of the late NASCAR Cup Series champion Greg Biffle, which occurred just weeks after he and six others tragically died in a plane crash.
Sheriff Details Theft of Cash and Sentimental Items
According to the Iredell County Sheriff's Office, the forcible entry and theft at Biffle's property in Mooresville were reported on 8 January. Sheriff Darren Campbell confirmed that investigators believe a safe inside the home was compromised during the incident.
The stolen items listed in the report include $30,000 in cash and a backpack. Campbell further revealed that an assortment of firearms and priceless personal memorabilia belonging to the racing legend were also taken. No arrests have been made, and it is believed nobody was present in the house when the burglary occurred.
Timeline of the Crime and Ongoing Investigation
The incident report states the property was last confirmed to be secure on the afternoon of 7 January, the day before the crime was reported. Sheriff Campbell indicated the investigation is active, with deputies awaiting digital evidence and conducting interviews.
This violation compounds the profound loss felt by the motorsport community. Biffle, his wife, two children, and three other individuals perished on 18 December when their Cessna C550 business jet crashed shortly after take-off from Statesville, about 45 miles north of Charlotte.
A Community Mourns as Memorial Service Approaches
Federal investigators reported the aircraft erupted into a large fire upon impact. The cause remains under investigation, with officials noting that Biffle was one of three people on board who held a pilot's licence, leaving the identity of the lead pilot unclear.
A public memorial service for Greg Biffle and the six other victims is scheduled for Friday morning at a Charlotte arena. Biffle, a revered figure in motorsport, secured 19 victories in NASCAR's premier Cup Series over his illustrious career, making the theft of his personal memorabilia particularly poignant for fans and family alike.
