Arrest Warrant Issued for 30s Suspect Who Sneaked into Vacant House and Stole Jewelry

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] The Gwangju Western Police Station announced on the 24th that it has applied for an arrest warrant for A (36) on charges of theft for breaking into a vacant house and stealing precious metals and other items.

A is accused of stealing precious metals and cash worth about 1.5 million won in total from a house in Hwajeong-dong, Seo-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City at around 10:30 a.m. on the 17th.

At the time, the house was known to have poor security, allowing entry by opening the door without any special equipment.

According to the investigation, A, whose occupation and residence are irregular, committed the crime to cover living expenses, and it was revealed that the precious metals were sold to a gold and silver shop.

A, who has multiple prior convictions including habitual theft, was recently released from prison for a similar offense but is reported to have committed the same crime again.

The police are investigating A's other possible crimes and are reviewing whether charges of receiving stolen goods can be applied to the gold and silver shop that purchased the precious metals.

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