SUV smashes through GameStop window as thieves take Xbox consoles, Florida cops say
Accused burglars backed an SUV through a window of a GameStop store before stealing Xbox consoles and other gaming accessories, according to a Florida police department.
Officers responded just after 3 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 19 to a GameStop store at a shopping center near central Orlando, according to a report from the Orlando Police Department.
A Hyundai Tucson SUV had been driven backwards through the window and was sitting entirely inside the store, a photo shared by the police department on Twitter shows. Shattered glass and damaged store parts were strewn across the floor.
On 12/18 at approximately 3 a.m., North Patrol officers responded to 2907 E Colonial Drive reference a burglary to GameStop. Unknown suspects gained access by driving a car into the business. If anyone has information regarding this incident, please contact OPD at 321-235-5300. pic.twitter.com/KkH1aeOHO6
— Orlando Police (@OrlandoPolice) December 19, 2022
Multiple Xbox consoles and other gaming accessories totaling nearly $1,260 were missing, the report says. The crash caused about $60,000 in damage to the store.
A tow truck removed the SUV, according to the police.
No arrests have been made. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call the Orlando Police Department at 321-235-5300.
GameStop is an international video game retailer with locations across the U.S. There are 11 locations in Orlando.
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