Four teenagers have been arrested in connection with a string of high-profile burglaries in Los Angeles, including a break-in at a property linked to Hollywood actor Brad Pitt.
Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell said the suspects – two 18-year-olds, a 17-year-old, and a 16-year-old – are alleged street gang members believed to be behind multiple “celebrity burglaries” targeting the homes of actors and professional athletes. Police searches of their residences reportedly uncovered stolen property.
Authorities have not released the names of all the targeted celebrities, but recent victims of high-end break-ins include Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban, LA Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and former LAFC striker Olivier Giroud.
The investigation began in late June after Pitt’s Los Feliz home was raided by three masked intruders. Police say the suspects scaled a perimeter fence, smashed a window, and entered the property before fleeing with stolen items. Pitt was away promoting his new film F1 at the time. While officials did not confirm ownership, the address matches a home the Oscar-winning actor purchased in 2023.
The luxurious three-bedroom residence, situated near Griffith Park and shielded by greenery, is known for its privacy.
McDonnell said the teenage crew had been surveilling their targets, often installing hidden cameras in flowerbeds or across the street to monitor residents’ movements. They also allegedly used Wi-Fi jammers to disable security systems, making detection more difficult.
“Actors and athletes can be easier targets since their appearances and games are widely publicised,” McDonnell noted, adding that ordinary citizens also risk exposing themselves by posting real-time travel updates on social media. “We don’t really give enough thought to the fact that we’re telling everybody where we are – including those who might exploit our absence,” he warned.
Last week, police tracked the suspects and made arrests on burglary charges. Officials have not detailed what was recovered during the raids on the teenagers’ homes.
The arrests highlight the growing sophistication of burglary crews targeting high-profile figures in Los Angeles, as well as the importance of digital privacy and home security in an era of constant online sharing.
