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Fumigation Fiasco: Burglars Raid 16 Homes, Security Fails
11 Jul
Summary
- Burglars ransacked 16 units during a three-day fumigation.
- Valuable jewelry, heirlooms, and electronics were stolen.
- Residents are considering legal action against the security company.
In Sherman Oaks, California, residents of an apartment building discovered a devastating burglary following a scheduled fumigation. Over the three-day pest control treatment, which required windows to be left open, thieves targeted 16 out of 21 apartments.
The stolen items included significant amounts of jewelry, sentimental family heirlooms, watches, and electronics, with residents reporting tens of thousands of dollars in losses and their homes left in disarray.
Homeowners had hired a private security company for 24/7 surveillance during the fumigation, expecting their property to be safe. However, the burglars struck early on the final day before residents' return.
Legal action is now being considered by the affected homeowners against the security firm. The Los Angeles Police Department has launched an investigation into the sophisticated burglary operation.
