Crime Of The Week: Thieves Break Into Store, Steal iPhones And iPads
Thieves broke into Media Exchange and stole several iPhones, iPads and other high-end cell phones about 3 a.m. Dec. 10.
The break-in is the subject of Crime Stoppers of El Paso’s “Crime of the Week.”
When officers arrived after security alarms went off at the Northeast El Paso business, they discovered a broken window and a large hole in the wall, as well as broken display cases inside.
The owner reported that more than 20 Apple iPhones, 14 iPads and about 30 other high-end cell phones were missing from the display cases.
Investigators said the burglary is one of several similar ones in the Northeast.
Surveillance cameras captured three suspects in the act of the burglary. One suspect, who appears to be taller than the other two, is seen carrying an orange or grey backpack. He is wearing a red or orange bandana over his face. Another suspect appears to be wearing a full face mask. The third suspect is wearing a G Unit shirt under a hoodie that appears to have decals or markings on the bottom of the back side. This suspect did not have a face mask but was wearing gloves.
Anyone with information about this case is asked to call Crime Stoppers of El Paso at 566-TIPS (8477). People can also submit information online at crimestoppersofelpaso.org. Tipsters will remain anonymous and you are eligible for a cash reward your tip leads to an arrest.
