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Mother of Singer Selena Gomez Burglarized at Home

11/26/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Sandra Beth Levin, Benny Blanco's mother, experienced a burglary at her Studio City home on November 24.
Three men broke in through a shattered sliding glass door while she was home alone.
Levin barricaded herself in a bathroom and called 911 as the suspects ransacked the house.
Neighbors note rising burglaries in the area, and Levin is the mother-in-law of singer Selena Gomez, who married Benny Blanco earlier this year.

History

Historical Context

In 2010, Los Angeles saw a 10% rise in property crimes, with over 20,000 burglaries reported, reflecting a troubling trend in public safety. This increase follows a significant decline in crime rates since the 1990s, when the city reached a 50-year low in homicides. The ongoing safety concerns highlight the need for improved community vigilance and law enforcement strategies.

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Story summary

Sandra Beth Levin, Benny Blanco's mother, experienced a burglary at her Studio City home on November 24.
Three men broke in through a shattered sliding glass door while she was home alone.
Levin barricaded herself in a bathroom and called 911 as the suspects ransacked the house.
Neighbors note rising burglaries in the area, and Levin is the mother-in-law of singer Selena Gomez, who married Benny Blanco earlier this year.

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