Teenage Crew Nabbed In Brad Pitt Home Heist – Linked To Star-Studded Burglary Spree

Teenage Burglary Crew Strikes Brad Pitt's Mansion

Los Angeles is buzzing with the latest crime drama as four teenagers have been arrested in connection with a burglary at Brad Pitt's Los Feliz home. This isn't just any break-in – it's part of a grander scheme targeting the homes of celebrities and professional athletes.

According to Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell, the suspects are alleged members of a street gang, comprising two 18-year-olds, a 17-year-old, and a 16-year-old. The authorities uncovered stolen goods from several high-profile burglaries during searches of the teenagers' homes.

"The group hopped a perimeter fence surrounding the Los Feliz home and shattered a window, hopping inside and taking items before fleeing," McDonnell explained.

Celebrity Homes Under Siege

While the police are keeping tight-lipped about all victims involved, reports suggest that big names like Nicole Kidman, Keith Urban, LA Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and former LA Football Club striker Olivier Giroud have had their homes invaded this year.

The incident at Pitt's residence, which unfolded in late June, marked the beginning of the investigation. The burglars boldly scaled a fence, broke through a window, and made off with valuables. Brad Pitt, meanwhile, was away promoting his latest film, adding a twist of irony to the incident.

A Sophisticated Operation

Authorities have yet to officially confirm the property belongs to the Oscar-winning actor, but the address aligns with a house Pitt purchased in 2023. Nestled near Griffith Park, the house is well-hidden by fencing and lush greenery.

Chief McDonnell revealed that these teenage burglars were part of a more extensive operation, targeting "various high-profile residents throughout the city." The teenagers were under surveillance before being arrested on burglary charges, and police have uncovered some of their advanced tactics.

High-Tech Tactics Raise Concerns

The gang's methods have become increasingly sophisticated, planting hidden surveillance cameras near homes to monitor inhabitants' movements. "We don't really give enough thought to... [while] we want our friends to know where we are and what we're doing, you're telling everybody else then who may be looking to exploit your situation," McDonnell noted.

In a further twist of modern-day burglary, the teenagers reportedly used Wi-Fi jammers to disable home security systems. This made celebrities and athletes especially vulnerable, considering their schedules are often publicly known.