NEWS - Wednesday, April 6, 2005
Austin Texas Xbox Theft Ring Caught
Travis County deputies say they've busted a web of organized crime when they arrested seven people. Detectives say the group organized dozens of burglaries to steal electronics and sell them on the illegal market -- about $40,000 worth. An affidavit shows much of the stolen property was sold at GameFellas in Austin's Northcross Mall. Detectives say most of the stolen property included Xbox video games and systems. "That investigation is still ongoing with that particular store named in the affidavit. We're still investigating. APD is still investigating. It was yes, mainly one store where they'd bring their property,” Det. Sidney Parker of the Travis County Sheriff’s Office said. Austin and Pflugerville police also worked on this investigation. Most of the suspects have criminal records.Source: http://www.news8austin.com
