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Arrests Made in Thefts of Yogi Berra and Carmen Basilio Memorabilia

A gang of 10 thieves from Pennsylvania has been indicted for stealing nearly $4 million worth of art and sports memorabilia, including nine of Yogi Berra's World Series rings, between 1999 and 2019. The thieves targeted at least 16 museums in five states, including New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and North Dakota. The stolen items were likely melted down and sold for scrap metal. One of the thieves is still at large.

crime2 years ago

Theft Ring Busted for Stealing World Series Rings and Artwork

Nine people have been charged in connection with a 20-year operation in which they stole artworks, jewelry, and sports memorabilia from museums and businesses in five states. The stolen items included nine of Yogi Berra's 10 World Series rings, a light green screen print by Andy Warhol, and three antique firearms worth $1 million. The thieves melted down the stolen items and sold them for a fraction of their value. One of the suspects remains at large.

crime2 years ago

Nine charged in theft of sports memorabilia including Yogi Berra's World Series rings and Roger Maris MVP award

Nine men have been accused of conspiring to steal priceless works of art, sports memorabilia, and other objects over a 20-year period. The stolen baseball memorabilia includes World Series rings that belonged to Yogi Berra, individual awards that belonged to Berra and Roger Maris, and a jersey that belonged to Christy Mathewson. The men allegedly melted down the memorabilia and sold the raw metal for significantly less than the stolen items would be worth at fair market value.

crime2 years ago

Arrests Made in Thefts of Sports Memorabilia and Art

Nine people have been charged with stealing millions of dollars worth of paintings, sports memorabilia, and other valuables, including World Series rings belonging to Yogi Berra and an MVP trophy awarded to Roger Maris. The thefts occurred over two decades at 20 different museums and institutions across four states. Some of the stolen items, including nine of Berra's 10 World Series rings, were melted down. Eight of the nine suspects have turned themselves in, while the ninth is considered a fugitive.

crime2 years ago

Suspects Apprehended for Stealing Yogi Berra's World Series Rings and Roger Maris' MVP Trophy.

Nine people have been charged for stealing millions of dollars worth of paintings, sports memorabilia, and other valuables, including Yogi Berra's World Series rings and Roger Maris' MVP trophy. The thefts occurred over two decades at 20 different museums and institutions across four states. Some of the stolen items have been recovered, but it is unclear which items will be returned to their owners or museums. Eight of the nine suspects have turned themselves in, while the ninth is considered a fugitive. The thieves allegedly melted down some of the sports memorabilia, including nine of Berra's 10 World Series rings, and sold them for less than their worth.

crime2 years ago

Police make arrests in high-profile sports memorabilia thefts.

Eight people have been charged for their involvement in a multi-state burglary ring that stole iconic sports memorabilia, including World Series rings belonging to Yankees legend Yogi Berra and an MVP trophy awarded to slugger Roger Maris. The group operated for decades and targeted museums and institutions across several states, stealing priceless works of art and irreplaceable sports memorabilia. Nicholas Dombek of Thornhurst Township, Pa., is still at large and sought as a fugitive. The investigation is ongoing, and it is unclear what, if anything, has been recovered.