Bengals Quarterback Joe Burrow’s Home Burglarized During Monday Night Game
ANDERSON TOWNSHIP, Ohio – Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow’s home was broken into during Monday night’s game against the Cowboys, marking the latest in a series of burglaries targeting professional athletes’ homes in the U.S., authorities reported on Tuesday.
No one was injured in the burglary, but the house was thoroughly ransacked, according to the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies have yet to determine what items were stolen. The incident was discovered by an employee of Burrow’s who arrived at the Anderson Township home Monday night to find a shattered bedroom window and the house in disarray. The employee promptly called their mother, who then contacted 911.
Recent Burglaries in Professional Sports
The homes of several other notable athletes have recently been targeted:
- Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce: The homes of these Chiefs stars were burglarized in October.
- Bobby Portis: The Milwaukee Bucks forward’s home was broken into on November 2.
- Mike Conley: The Minnesota Timberwolves guard’s home was burglarized on September 15 while he was attending a Minnesota Vikings game.
Security Measures and Investigations
In response to the increasing frequency of such incidents, both the NFL and NBA have issued security advisories to their players, urging them to take additional precautions to secure their homes. The NFL noted that professional athletes across multiple sports are being “increasingly targeted for burglaries by organized and skilled groups.”
The NBA has revealed that the FBI has linked some of these burglaries to “international South American Theft Groups,” which are reportedly well-organized and sophisticated, using advanced techniques and technologies such as pre-surveillance, drones, and signal jamming devices.
Community and Law Enforcement Response
Deputies are actively investigating the incident at Burrow’s home, reaching out to neighbors for surveillance footage and any additional information. “Our investigators are exploring every avenue,” said public information officer Kyla Woods.
Bobby Portis, after his home was burglarized, offered a $40,000 reward for information, highlighting the serious nature of these crimes and the need for heightened security measures.
Conclusion
The recent spate of burglaries targeting professional athletes underscores the importance of vigilance and enhanced security measures. As investigations continue, authorities are urging all residents, especially high-profile individuals, to remain alert and take necessary precautions to protect their homes and belongings.
