Seven men have been charged with conspiracy to commit interstate transportation of stolen property in connection with a series of high-profile burglaries that targeted athletes across the nation, including Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes. The defendants, all from Chile, are accused of being part of a South American burglary crew that stole an estimated $2 million in goods. Some of the victims included Kansas City Chiefs players, Milwaukee Bucks player Bobby Portis Jr., a Cincinnati Bengals player, a Memphis Grizzlies player, and a Tampa Bay Buccaneers player. The burglaries occurred while the athletes were away or playing in games. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida stated that the defendants were linked to the break-ins, which involved stealing jewelry, designer items, cash, and firearms, among other valuable items. There was no immediate response regarding legal representation for the defendants. The case is part of a larger trend of burglaries targeting wealthy individuals, celebrities, and athletes, believed to be carried out by South American criminal crews. Law enforcement officials have raised concerns about the Visa Waiver program potentially allowing criminals to enter the United States without thorough background checks. In the wake of ongoing investigations into these crimes, authorities are urging public figures to be vigilant about protecting their homes and possessions.
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