Thieves Break into San Jose Liquor Stores, Steal Thousands

A surge in smash-and-grab burglaries has hit San Jose, with multiple liquor stores targeted in recent days. Hype Liquors was broken into early Monday morning when thieves used a car to forcibly pull off the store's doors, stealing around $20,000 to $30,000 worth of high-end liquor. The co-owner, Gourav Singh, expressed frustration over the repeated break-ins, which leave small business owners feeling vulnerable. Another store, Lion Liquor, experienced a similar burglary just days before, with thieves also using a vehicle to crash into the store. These incidents are part of a broader trend of organized retail crime affecting businesses across the Bay Area, prompting owners to enhance security measures. San Jose police are investigating these incidents and urging the community to report any suspicious activity.