‘Burglary tourism': Foreign organized crime groups are targeting San Diego homes, DA Stephan says

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Dave Summers,San Diego,San Diego County

South American organized crime groups have been burglarizing some of San Diego’s most affluent neighborhoods. It's known as “burglary tourism.' They apply…

South American organized crime groups have been burglarizing some of San Diego’s most affluent neighborhoods. It's known as “burglary tourism." They apply for tourist visas online and rely on what investigators consider a"weak vetting system" to get approved and enter the U.S.

“When a burglary happens it’s your home, you never feel the same. This is organized. This is not some kid,” Stephan said.Chilean break-in crew is back, and burglaries are on the rise in La Jolla They are stealing only what they can sell quickly. Jewelry, coin collections, cash and high end purses," Stephan said.

 

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