• Thu, December 12, 2024

F.B.I. Looks Into Plot Targeting Athletes as Joe Burrow's Home Is Burglarized

The homes of a handful of N.B.A. and N.F.L. players in the Midwest have been burglarized since September. The F.B.I. believes "South American Theft Groups" could be responsible, according to one memo.
The article from The New York Times discusses a series of burglaries targeting professional athletes, with a particular focus on Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow. Over the past year, several high-profile athletes have fallen victim to these crimes, where thieves break into their homes, often when the athletes are away for games or events. The FBI has become involved due to the sophisticated nature of these burglaries, which seem to involve detailed planning and knowledge of the athletes' schedules. Joe Burrow's home was targeted, but it's unclear if anything was stolen. The article highlights the growing concern among athletes about their personal security, leading some to invest in advanced home security systems and even hiring private security. The FBI is currently investigating potential connections between these incidents, looking into whether there's an organized group behind these targeted thefts.

Read the Full The New York Times Article at:
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/11/sports/joe-burrow-athlete-burglaries-fbi.html


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