Serial Burglar Caught by 'Flashlight Beam'... Discovered by Homeowner

Thief [Photo by Yonhap News]

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Kim Bong-ju] The Gwangju Northern Police Station announced on the 4th that they are investigating Choi Mo (45) on charges of breaking into a house and stealing valuables (special theft).

Choi is accused of committing three thefts (including attempted theft) on the same day, including breaking into the security window of a second-floor room in a house in Usan-dong, Buk-gu, Gwangju, at around 9:14 p.m. the previous day, stealing valuables worth approximately 3.3 million won.

Choi broke into a residence on the second floor of a restaurant and was searching for valuables when he was caught by the restaurant owner on the first floor. The homeowner saw a flashlight beam on the second floor and, along with acquaintances, went upstairs, caught Choi, and handed him over to the police.

The police also believe that other thefts that occurred in the area on the same day were committed by Choi, and after questioning, he confessed. Choi is currently in a repeat offender status due to habitual theft, and the police plan to apply for an arrest warrant soon, taking this into consideration.

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