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burglary

[bur-gluh-ree] / ˈbɜr glə ri /


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Christopher Sanchez, 26, Owen Rivera-Chacon, 24, and Edisson Fabian Boyaca, 27, were arrested May 1 during a surveillance operation into the suspected burglary crew in Santa Clarita, prosecutors said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

A search of the suspects’ cars revealed things connecting the four men to the burglary, the sheriff’s office said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

When Thomas Ruby was tried for burglary in 1741, he 'begged very hard' to have his hat returned, explaining 'for he had none to wear'.

From Science Daily • May 7, 2026

The coveted Oscars trophy has a long and rich history of going missing, for reasons ranging from burglary and ransom to simple misplacement - even pranks.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

They’re worried About lawns And new tires, The burglary Of a friend’s house.

From "Neighborhood Odes" by Gary Soto




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