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Ohio Duo Arrested for $150K LEGO Theft Scheme

9/7/2025

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James Bird and Travis Daniels were arrested in Norwood, Ohio, facing theft and fraud charges.
They allegedly resold stolen LEGO sets and over-the-counter medicines since 2021.
Prosecutor Connie Pillich warned that these thefts could raise consumer prices.
The stolen merchandise, valued over $150,000, came from retailers like Kroger and Walmart.
They altered barcodes to avoid detection; consumers should check box seals and be cautious of low prices.

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Story summary

James Bird and Travis Daniels were arrested in Norwood, Ohio, facing theft and fraud charges.
They allegedly resold stolen LEGO sets and over-the-counter medicines since 2021.
Prosecutor Connie Pillich warned that these thefts could raise consumer prices.
The stolen merchandise, valued over $150,000, came from retailers like Kroger and Walmart.
They altered barcodes to avoid detection; consumers should check box seals and be cautious of low prices.