All articles tagged with #stolen property
Originally Published 5 months ago — by ABC News
Police in California recovered approximately $30,000 worth of stolen Labubu collectibles after executing a search warrant at a home in Upland, uncovering 14 boxes of stolen merchandise that was about to be resold and shipped across the country, with the property returned to the owners; no suspects or charges have been publicly identified.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by New York Post
A New York pawn shop owner pleaded guilty to conspiracy for buying and selling luxury items stolen in a nationwide burglary ring, including items stolen from Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow's home, with potential sentences up to five years and restitution of $2.5 million.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by ESPN
A New York City pawn shop owner pleaded guilty to buying and selling stolen luxury items, including property stolen from NFL quarterback Joe Burrow's home, as part of a larger organized theft operation targeting affluent residences across the U.S. The owner and his co-manager, both involved in a nationwide scheme, face significant prison time and restitution, highlighting ongoing issues with organized burglaries targeting high-profile individuals.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Yahoo Sports
A NYC pawn shop owner pleaded guilty to conspiring to receive stolen luxury goods, including items from Joe Burrow's home burglary, as part of a larger organized theft operation targeting wealthy homes across the U.S. He faces up to five years in prison and restitution of over $2.5 million.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
New York prosecutors dropped their criminal case against three men accused of possessing stolen "Hotel California" lyrics midtrial, citing newly available emails that raised questions about the trial's fairness. The case centered on hand-drafted lyrics to Eagles hits, including "Hotel California," which had been shared with a writer and later sold to the defendants. The defense argued that the men were rightful owners of the pages, while prosecutors alleged they knew the pages had a dubious chain of ownership but peddled them anyway. The trial came to a surprise halt after Eagles star Don Henley waived attorney-client privilege, leading to the belated production of about 6,000 pages of material.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
New York prosecutors dropped charges midtrial against three men accused of possessing stolen "Hotel California" lyrics, citing newly available emails that raised questions about the trial's fairness. The case centered on 100 pages of hand-drafted lyrics to Eagles hits, with the accused contending they were rightful owners. The defense argued that the newly disclosed communications, resulting from Eagles star Don Henley waiving attorney-client privilege, raised questions that hadn't been addressed. The prosecution alleged the men knew the pages had a dubious chain of ownership but peddled them anyway, while the defense maintained that Henley had given the documents to a writer who later sold them.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Rolling Stone
Don Henley concludes his testimony in a trial over allegedly stolen handwritten lyrics for Eagles songs, battling with opposing lawyers and addressing various topics including the band's original 1979 paperwork, the location of the contract, and past legal actions. The trial also delved into the Eagles' after-show parties, an infamous 1980 incident involving a sex worker at Henley's home, and the band's drug use. Henley's testimony included moments of levity and jabs, as he wrapped up his three days on the stand.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by PBS NewsHour
Don Henley testified in a criminal trial over stolen handwritten draft lyrics for Eagles hits, including "Hotel California." Henley claimed the lyrics were stolen from his barn and were very personal and private. The defendants, three collectibles experts, maintain that Henley willingly gave the lyrics to a writer. The trial also delved into an unrelated episode involving Henley's 1980 arrest. Henley has been a fierce advocate for artists' rights to their work and has testified to Congress about copyright law updates.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Don Henley, co-founder of the Eagles, testified in a Manhattan courtroom about stolen handwritten notes and drafts for hits like "Hotel California." The notes, which had deeply personal meaning to him, were allegedly stolen decades ago and later sold to a rare-book dealer and two other men. The prosecution claims the documents were stolen by an author who had signed a contract to write a book about the Eagles in the late 1970s. Henley expressed alarm upon learning that some of his "Hotel California" notes had been put up for auction online in 2012.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian US
Don Henley testified in a criminal trial about stolen handwritten draft lyrics to Eagles hits, revealing that a "poor decision" led to his 1980 arrest when drugs and a 16-year-old sex worker suffering from an overdose were found at his home. He pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor charge and was sentenced to probation and a fine. Henley, a star witness, detailed the events surrounding the stolen lyric sheets, which are at the center of the trial involving three collectibles professionals facing charges of possessing stolen property.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Eagles co-founder Don Henley testified at a trial involving stolen handwritten draft lyrics to the band's hits, including "Hotel California." He recounted his 1980 arrest for drugs and a minor's overdose, attributing it to a "poor decision." Henley, a vocal advocate for artists' rights, is the star witness in the trial, where three defendants face charges related to possessing stolen property. The trial revolves around about 100 pages of lyrics-in-the-making for the "Hotel California" album, with conflicting stories about their ownership. Henley has been involved in legal battles over artists' rights and copyright law.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Ultimate Classic Rock
The trial of three men accused of attempting to sell allegedly stolen Eagles lyrics from the Hotel California album has begun in Manhattan. The materials contain early versions of Don Henley's handwritten notes and lyrics to hits such as “Hotel California,” “Life in the Fast Lane,” and “New Kid in Town,” collectively valued at over $1 million. The defendants have been charged with conspiring to possess stolen property, and the trial, to be decided by a judge, may see Henley testify. The alleged theft dates back to the late '70s, and the defendants have pleaded not guilty, with one arguing that the Eagles signed a contract allowing them to furnish material to the alleged thief for an unpublished book.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Three men are on trial in Manhattan for allegedly trafficking in stolen handwritten lyrics of Eagles songs, including early versions of hits like "Hotel California." The defendants, including a prominent manuscript dealer, are accused of conspiring to possess stolen property valued at over $1 million. The trial may feature testimony from Eagles songwriter and drummer Don Henley, who reportedly told a grand jury that the material was stolen. Defense lawyers argue that prosecutors lack evidence that the notes were ever stolen.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Three men are on trial for allegedly conspiring to sell handwritten pages of the iconic rock song "Hotel California" without the rights. The notepad containing the first known iterations of the song was allegedly stolen before being sold. Former Eagles member Don Henley is expected to testify, claiming the lyrics were stolen. The trial will feature over 80 pages of draft lyrics from the 1976 album, and the defendants are facing charges related to possessing stolen property. The dispute dates back to the late 1970s when writer Ed Sanders sold the lyrics to a rare-books dealer, who then sold them to a memorabilia company owner.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Three men are on trial for allegedly conspiring to own and sell manuscripts of Eagles hits, including "Hotel California," without the right to do so. The defendants claim they acquired the papers from a writer who worked with the band, but the Manhattan district attorney's office alleges they conspired to obscure the documents' disputed ownership. The trial, which includes the Eagles' Don Henley as a star witness, offers a rare glimpse into the band's creative process and the dark underbelly of the American dream portrayed in the iconic song.