D.C. Police Warn Of Robbers Targeting Folks

Things are getting scary for lovers of designer sneakers in Washington D.C.’s streets. The local police force is now warning residents of increased theft of pricey footwear. Their list of most-snatched brands includes Balenciaga, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Amiri, and Lanvin Paris.

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Metro PD is trying to keep the public safe with a couple of tips, including discouraging the display of “high-value items,” such as high-end sneakers and other valuables. If someone’s style must include designer items, PD warns folks to try to be discreet and not draw too much attention.

It’s gotten to this … @DCPoliceDept now issuing a designer sneaker warning: pic.twitter.com/Rice4KEmQ2

— Stephanie Ramirez (@RamirezReports) October 24, 2024

If you’re kicking it in D.C. this winter, designer sneakers aren’t the only luxury item robbers are after. Fox 5 DC reporter Stephanie Ramirez says Metro PD also recommends people sew air tags into their expensive coats.

We’ve covered this issue before in DC & Prince George’s but I’ve never seen a warning like this B4.

Also a good time to remind owners, @DCPoliceDept recommends people sew an AirTag into your expensive coat. High end cost thefts are an issue during the winter.

— Stephanie Ramirez (@RamirezReports) October 24, 2024

Three Students Designer Sneakers Recently Robbed

Earlier this month, three students had their designer sneakers, Balenciaga and Jordans, snatched from their feet in Southeast D.C. Fox 5 DC reports that the incident occurred around 8:30 a.m. on Oct. 15. A suspect described as Black with a darker complexion and male, reportedly ran up on the students, flashed a gun and demanded their “sh*t.”

They handed the Jordan Blue Thunders, costing a little over $200, a pair of white-and-black Jordans that cost about $280, and the $1,100 Balenciagas. At this time, police don’t have anyone in custody for the stick-up.

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