Melbourne Police Arrest Four in $50,000 Pokémon Card Theft Syndicate

A recent surge in thefts targeting Pokémon trading cards has been observed in Melbourne, Australia, with the latest incident marking the 10th store hit in just three months. The uptick in robberies is attributed to the scarcity and high resale value of the Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet - Prismatic Evolutions expansion. In a related case, four men were arrested after allegedly stealing approximately $50,000 worth of collectible trading cards, including Pokémon, from various stores, alongside other valuables like cryptocurrency ATMs. Police conducted raids and uncovered a range of stolen items, emphasizing their commitment to dismantling the network behind these crimes. The arrests were part of a larger investigation into organized commercial burglaries that have disrupted the trading card community. Authorities are hopeful that increased vigilance and police operations will help mitigate future thefts.