A brazen burglary in the Bronx last month resulted in a loss of over $550,000 in high-end goods and cash, according to police. The incident occurred on November 25 around 9:30 p.m. at a building on Undercliff Avenue and West 175th Street in the Morris Heights neighborhood.
Details of the Heist
The two suspects gained entry through the front door of the building and targeted a single apartment. Once inside, they ransacked the residence, making off with $200,000 worth of Louis Vuitton shoes, $100,000 in Chanel bags, $150,000 in jewelry, and $104,000 in cash. Authorities confirmed that no one was home at the time of the burglary.
The NYPD has released surveillance footage of the suspects and is asking for the public’s help in identifying them. One suspect is described as a male with a light complexion, last seen wearing a black hoodie, blue jeans, black sneakers, and carrying a camouflage backpack. The second suspect is a male with a medium complexion, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, a dark-colored vest, black jeans, and black sneakers.
Investigators have not yet determined if the suspects specifically targeted the residents of the apartment or if the burglary was opportunistic.
What Happens Next?
The NYPD investigation is ongoing. It is possible that further surveillance footage will be analyzed, and leads developed from the public response to the released images. If the suspects are apprehended, they could face charges related to burglary, grand larceny, and potentially other offenses. Depending on any connections to other crimes, this case could expand into a broader investigation of organized retail theft.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did this burglary occur?
The burglary occurred around 9:30 p.m. on November 25 at a building on Undercliff Avenue and West 175th Street in the Bronx.
What was the total value of the stolen items?
The total value of the stolen items is estimated to be over $550,000, including Louis Vuitton shoes, Chanel bags, jewelry, and cash.
How can the public assist with the investigation?
Anyone with information is asked to call the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Tips can also be submitted online at https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/ or on X @NYPDTips.
What factors might have contributed to the suspects targeting this particular building or apartment?
