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In the world of Pokémon, collectors will go to extraordinary lengths to catch rare cards. They’ll rip through booster packs, trade with fellow fans, and spend thousands chasing the perfect addition to their collection. Apparently, one Florida man took “catching them all” a little too seriously. A West Palm Beach man is facing burglary and grand theft charges after allegedly breaking into a trading card store and stealing approximately $12,000 worth of Pokémon cards with a battery- powered chainsaw. Pikachu might have electric powers, but he certainly would not approve … Surveillance footage allegedly showed a man attempting to smash the hurricane-resistant front window with a rock before switching strategies and cutting a triangle-shaped opening with a chainsaw. The not-so-smooth operation even left behind a little extra evidence: blood from the window breach. After reviewing the other surveillance footage, investigators captured the culprit’s license plate and traced the vehicle to a West Palm Beach address, where the suspect, 33-year-old Clayton Warren, was arrested. Warren was charged with burglary of an unoccupied structure and grand theft of property valued between $10,000 and $20,000.
While this chainsaw- wielding get-rich-quick scheme seems absurd, stealing rare collectible cards is actually a very real ongoing trend. Rare Pokémon cards can sell for hundreds or even thousands of dollars, making them attractive targets for thieves looking for a quick payday.
Just earlier this year, another Florida trading card store was hit when thieves reportedly stole more than $45,000 worth of Pokémon and Magic: The Gathering cards. Other collectible shops across the country have also experienced similar thefts, prompting many owners to increase security measures. So, whether you’re hunting down rare Charizards or chasing collectible treasures, remember, the best way to “catch ’em all” is with patience, a good trading strategy, and a wallet … not a chainsaw.
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