The burglaries at the homes of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce have taken an unusual twist. The FBI is now investigating whether these incidents are part of a larger “transnational crime ring,” potentially tied to a South American group, according to a report by NBC News.
The situation has grown more concerning as additional cases involving professional athletes have come to light. Among them is Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley Jr. Conley’s home was broken into while he was attending a Minnesota Vikings game in September. Medina, Minnesota police revealed that they are working with other law enforcement agencies across states, as well as federal investigators, to determine if these crimes are connected.
“We are aware of some of the other athletes in different states that have had their homes burglarized,” Medina police stated to NBC News. “Our investigator is working with those agencies and other state and federal partners. We can’t say for sure that they are all related.”
Further complicating the picture, reports surfaced of a burglary at the Sunfish Lake, Minnesota, home of Linval Joseph, a former Vikings defensive tackle now with the Dallas Cowboys. Joseph’s case appears to share similarities with other recent break-ins targeting high-profile individuals in affluent neighborhoods.
West St. Paul police chief Brian Sturgeon described the burglars’ methods as highly calculated and sophisticated. He explained that they often use advanced techniques to figure out when homeowners are away and to locate exterior security cameras. Some victims have noted that the thieves entered through second-floor windows, exploiting the absence of glass-break sensors—a common oversight in security installations.
These developments have prompted increased concerns about safety and security for athletes and others in the public eye. Experts suggest several measures to prevent similar crimes, including ensuring that all windows, even those on upper floors, are equipped with glass-break sensors. It’s also advised to install extensive camera systems that cover the entire property and to always activate the security system when leaving home.
For now, law enforcement agencies are continuing to collaborate and investigate the possibility that these burglaries are linked to an organized international crime network. As cases mount, the focus is on tracking down those responsible and preventing further incidents.
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