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Masked Thieves Steal $200K in Luxury Handbags

1/21/2026

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Boutique Owner Fights Back

Three masked thieves smashed The Bella Abby and Ava boutique in Newport Beach, California, on January 15, 2026, stealing over $200,000 in Chanel and Hermès handbags.
Jennifer Sprenger, owner of The Bella Abby and Ava boutique, says the robbery was planned and thieves disabled cameras, prompting upgrades and a $10,000 reward.
Police in Nottinghamshire seek leads on a December 2025 burglary where a gang stole luxury watches from a home.

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Courtney Howle's SUV Stolen

On January 18, 2026, thieves stole a wheelchair-accessible SUV from Courtney Howle and the Howle family in Hartsville, South Carolina.
The vehicle is essential for Courtney Howle, paralyzed since a 2014 accident, for mobility and medical appointments.
The family described the SUV as their "miracle on wheels" and said its loss imposes emotional burdens.
The Darlington County Sheriff's Office is investigating and asks anyone with information to come forward.

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Boutique Owner Fights Back

Three masked thieves smashed The Bella Abby and Ava boutique in Newport Beach, California, on January 15, 2026, stealing over $200,000 in Chanel and Hermès handbags.
Jennifer Sprenger, owner of The Bella Abby and Ava boutique, says the robbery was planned and thieves disabled cameras, prompting upgrades and a $10,000 reward.
Police in Nottinghamshire seek leads on a December 2025 burglary where a gang stole luxury watches from a home.

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