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A bit removed from the 84-room resort, these spacious beachfront havens come with their own private plunge pools, Jacuzzis, Balinese beds, loungers, tables, stocked fridges, coffeemakers and safes — something that cat burglar Coop would appreciate.
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The Nuggets are a cat burglar’s dream team.
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Police said the burglars broke the window and went inside.
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Clear Out Your Mailbox An overflowing mailbox can indicate an empty home to would-be burglars.
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Unlike some other luggage tags, this option only displays your name, keeping the rest of your information shielded from curious onlookers and potential thieves.
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Last year, the Philadelphia Inquirer reported that thieves had pried off a bronze plaque dedicating the building to the history of philadelphia from its main entrance.
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The robber then fled on foot each time.
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The Fort Worth Police Department has put out a public assistance request to find victims of a robber who is believed to have stolen more than 10 phones since early June.
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“Sneak thief.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sneak%20thief. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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