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Why Are Shoplifters Stealing Boxes of Legos? A Nationwide Crime Wave Explained

by Sonia Park
Why Are Shoplifters Stealing Boxes of Legos? A Nationwide Crime Wave Explained

A surprising and lucrative crime wave is sweeping the country, and the target isn't cash or jewelry—it's Lego sets. In recent months, law enforcement across the U.S. has uncovered massive theft rings involving stolen Lego sets, with thieves capitalizing on the growing value of the popular building toys. Authorities in California recently discovered over 2,800 stolen Lego boxes in a single home, while a sting operation in Oregon revealed a stockpile worth $200,000. The Lego sets being targeted are some of the most elaborate and rare, often reselling on secondary markets for thousands of. . .

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