OMG - we've been robbed!

[Prairie Purrs]

Boy, do I know how you feel! When my house was burglarized, I lost my grandmother's wedding ring, a wonderful 35mm camera outfit, and most of my tarot card collection. I didn't think the tarot decks were worth much until I tried to replace them--one deck turned out to be an out-of-print limited edition, and the only copy I've seen since then cost $500!

Try not to feel too discouraged. Do check with the pawn shops. If you know how the burglars broke in, do what you can to secure things better. And if you are acquainted with your neighbors at all, check with them and see whether anybody noticed anything--they'll also most likely want to be aware that someone is breaking into houses in broad daylight!

[catnapper]

And if you are acquainted with your neighbors at all, check with them and see whether anybody noticed anything--they'll also most likely want to be aware that someone is breaking into houses in broad daylight!

We think its the neighbor's son. We told the police that. He broke in 6 years ago and our RB Sammy got him good (blood everywhere) but he ended up hurting her back. but its a different MO than before.... so we're not sure.

[Jadapit]

I'm so glad you all are ok. What a way to spend the 4th huh?

[Prairie Purrs]

We think its the neighbor's son. We told the police that. He broke in 6 years ago and our RB Sammy got him good (blood everywhere) but he ended up hurting her back. but its a different MO than before.... so we're not sure.

Are there any other neighbors who might have seen something? If it was a neighborhood kid, someone might have seen him around your house and recognized him.

On the other hand, it seems strange that the neighbor's son would pass up other goodies and zero in on the jewelry. That sounds more like a professional burglar who has a specific "market" in mind.

[elizabethann]

Sorry to hear about this. My parents house was broken into (while they slept) so I know how scarey it can be. You feel violated - that's your stuff that you worked hard for and nobody should touch it. I'm awfully sorry.

Perhaps you can contact some pawn shops in your area (if you have any)? Give them descriptions of what was stolen. Perhaps whoever stole them will try to pawn them off.

Good luck. I'm glad nobody (including your animals) weren't hurt.

Take care.

[Donnaj4962]

Oh my, Kim, I am so sorry to read this thread! I am so grateful that no onw was home, and that all furbabies are okay (althought a little scared). I can only imagine how frightened you must have been when you walked in and found the house a mess!

Many prayers coming from Indiana that you are able to find your things!

[gini]

To say that Thank God all of the kitties and all of you are alright, might have a hollow ring right now - but it really is the truth.

I have been through this myself and you feel so violated.

I now live with closets with deadbolts and an alarm system. Lots of fun!

I am so sorry that this happened to you - and can only hope that you can get some of your items back.

Big hugs to you.