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Thief Made a Sequence of Store Burglaries: Accused of Multiple Shoplifting Incidents by Authorities

Thief on the Loose in Kurgan: 39-Year-Old Suspect Links to 30 Store Burglaries Worth Over 100,000 Rubles, Reveals Local Police

Thief Clears Out Shops: Compulsive Acquirer Engages in a Spree of Thefts
Thief Clears Out Shops: Compulsive Acquirer Engages in a Spree of Thefts

Thief Made a Sequence of Store Burglaries: Accused of Multiple Shoplifting Incidents by Authorities

In the city of Kurgan, Russia, a 39-year-old man has been arrested and charged with 30 counts of theft from stores between January and June 2025. The Kurgan region police reported this information through their Telegram channel "Kurgan Police."

The man, who has a previous conviction for similar crimes and served time in prison, is alleged to have stolen goods such as food, alcohol, cosmetics, and clothing from chain stores without paying. The stolen items were later sold to random people at a reduced price, causing approximately 100,000 rubles in damages.

The criminal cases involving the man's thefts have been sent for trial. However, at the time of preparing the case for trial, the man was rearrested for another theft. It's worth noting that in June 2025, Kurgan police had previously arrested locals for similar crimes, such as apartment theft and robbery.

All previously arrested individuals were held criminally responsible and did not have steady employment. The Kurgan region police continue to encourage residents to report any suspicious activities to their local authorities to maintain a safe and secure community.

For those interested in staying updated on news from Kurgan, the Telegram channel "Kurganistan" offers regular updates and information. It's always essential to stay informed about the happenings in our local communities.

  1. The man's arrest and the subsequent general news of his 30 counts of theft in Kurgan, Russia, span various categories, including politics, crime-and-justice, and local news.
  2. The ongoing trial of the man, who has a history of theft and had been previously convicted, is a significant item in the politics and crime-and-justice sections of the general news, as it highlights the efforts of the Kurgan region police to combat such crimes.

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