California Police Dismantle $300,000 Lego Theft Ring, Arrest Four

The California Highway Patrol's Organized Retail Crime Task Force apprehended four individuals involved in a widespread Lego theft operation across Los Angeles and Orange counties.

• Over $300,000 worth of stolen Lego sets were recovered during raids at four locations.
• The suspects, ranging in age from 35 to 47, face charges including organized retail theft and conspiracy.
• Stolen items were sold at swap meets and online platforms, often unbeknownst to buyers.
• The stolen Lego sets included high-value items such as the Millennium Falcon and Rivendell sets.
• Authorities have been targeting retail theft rings, with over 1,000 arrests made in 2023 alone.

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