Foreign burglary gangs from South America have recently targeted high-end homes in the Minneapolis suburbs, making off with expensive jewelry and valuable items.
Breitbart reported that a sophisticated crime ring has been burglarizing affluent homes in the Minneapolis area, swiftly stealing millions in valuables.
The crime spree has particularly hit the affluent neighborhoods of Minneapolis, focusing on homes that were unoccupied at the time of the crimes. Chief Jason Nelson of the Medina Police described these burglars as highly organized and skilled in avoiding confrontation.
The criminals, not based locally, adopt a fly-in strategy for their operations. They travel to the U.S., rent a vehicle, and orchestrate break-ins across several Midwest suburbs, including Medina, Eden Prairie, Woodbury, and Lake Elmo.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has been running around the nation defending Vice President Kamala Harris's immigration and crime policy all while international thieves are ransacking his constituents.
Advanced technology plays a crucial role in the gang’s operations. They use cellphones and Wi-Fi jammers to prevent any communication from the house, employ GPS trackers to scout the area and set up surveillance to monitor their surroundings closely before striking.
This strategic use of technology allows them to execute thefts with precision, targeting homes with high-dollar merchandise, particularly master bedrooms where most valuables are kept. Their operations are swift and calculated, with each burglary completed in under 10 minutes.
Details from the police reveal that these criminals leave no stone unturned but meticulously avoid cheap imitation jewelry, focusing strictly on valuable items.
This method ensures that they carry only the most expensive goods, maximizing their haul in each operation.
Some of the notable victims of these thefts include high-profile individuals such as Mike Conley, a guard for the Minnesota Timberwolves, and Jim Pohlad, owner of the Minnesota Twins. These burglaries occurred over a short span from September 14 to 16, indicating the gang’s ability to hit multiple high-value targets in a constrained timeframe.
The stolen items, worth millions, are suspected to be smuggled out of the area soon after the thefts, as none have surfaced locally. The operation's scale and the method suggest that these items are possibly being sold off in different states or even countries.
Chief Nelson emphasized the professionalism and the non-confrontational strategy of the burglars. "These criminals know what they’re doing," he stated. "They’re targeting homes when no one is there and they’ve never been confrontational,” he added.
The concept of 'burglary tourism' has been a challenge for local law enforcement. It describes the practice where international criminals target a country not for sightseeing, but for their high-stakes theft operations.
According to Chief Nelson, "...They fly into a certain part of the country, rent a car, and then drive around the Midwest committing high-end burglaries.” This pattern complicates the efforts of the police due to the transitory nature of the perpetrators.
The police are coordinating with international agencies to track these criminals, recognizing the need for a broader strategy that exceeds local or even national efforts. There is an ongoing discussion on measures to prevent such high-tech crimes, with considerations for increasing surveillance and tightening security around these suburban communities.
In response to these incidents, local communities are advised to maintain vigilance and invest in security systems that could deter such thefts.
Homeowners are also being educated on the importance of ensuring that their homes do not appear unattended for long periods.
Security experts recommend the use of alarm systems, motion sensors, and constant monitoring through updated technology to prevent future incidents.
Community police are conducting workshops and meetings to discuss strategies with residents, aiming to create a fortified environment against such sophisticated criminals.
As the police continue to piece together the operations of this South American burglary ring, the residents of Minneapolis suburbs are left to bolster their home defense and remain cautious of this new wave of high-stakes, organized crime impacting their communities.