A somber conclusion was cast over the National Sports Collectors Convention in Cleveland during its last day when an unfortunate incident unfolded – a theft costing the owner a substantial $275,000 in cash. The victim, a sports card dealer hailing from New Jersey, was left reeling after discovering that a significant amount of money, along with two iPads, had vanished from his vehicle.
The scene of the crime was the I-X Center, where the 48-year-old dealer had been busy loading his SUV post-event. Stored within a black briefcase in the vehicle were the stolen goods. Despite believing that he had securely locked his SUV, misfortune struck as the briefcase, housing not only cash but also two iPads, was swiped while he was momentarily away.
First District detectives from the Cleveland Police Department disclosed that the missing black briefcase, equipped with an air tag, was eventually located on the I-X Center’s premises. However, the heart-sinking revelation followed that the cash, amounting to $275,000, had disappeared without a trace.
In efforts to bring the culprits to justice, law enforcement is on the lookout for two suspicious individuals spotted fleeing the vicinity in a blue Honda Odyssey van following the theft. The hunt for these perpetrators is on, with authorities urging anyone with relevant details to step forward and assist in the investigation.
Should you possess any information that could aid in resolving this unfortunate incident, please do not hesitate to reach out to the First District Detective Unit at (216) 623-5118 or utilize the Crime Stoppers tip line at (216) 252-7463. Every bit of information could be crucial in unravelling the mystery behind this daring theft that has cast a shadow over the sports collectors convention.
