theft

Example Sentences

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Baldwin Park police have busted a massive catalytic converter theft ring after a nine-month investigation, authorities said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

More recently, Turner has commented on the theft of a government phone owned by the prime minister's former chief-of-staff Morgan McSweeney.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Rodgers identified potential concerns surrounding anti-money laundering and identity theft laws.

From Salon • Mar. 30, 2026

National drugstore chains including CVS have struggled in recent years to address both competition from discount retailers and a surge in theft, the Journal has said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

He could not believe it safe to mention the theft of gold and the name of the thief in the presence of any goldsmith.

From "The Golden Goblet" by Eloise Jarvis McGraw