South American theft groups have been associated with coordinated burglaries of affluent U.S. residences and the theft of high-value portable items such as jewelry, designer handbags, watches, and cash.
high
associational
Describes a recurrent linkage reported between theft groups originating in South America and targeted burglaries of high-end homes in the United States.
Organized residential burglary groups commonly use a consistent modus operandi that can include entering homes through wooded backyards, focusing on unoccupied affluent properties (for example, cul-de-sacs or homes near golf courses), operating during evening hours (frequently Thursday through Sunday), using monitoring devices such as trail cameras to time entries, and dressing in full coverings (masks, gloves, head-to-toe clothing) to conceal identity.
high
tactics
Summarizes recurring tactical patterns attributed to coordinated burglary groups targeting upscale residential areas.