Local Game Store Falls Victim to Costly Break-in

In a shocking incident, UGA Games, a popular gaming store in Columbus, Ohio, was recently targeted by thieves. Levi Crotinger, the store owner, who typically witnesses an increase in customers during this time of year due to holiday shopping, received an alarming call from ADT on Saturday morning. Upon checking his security cameras, he discovered that his store had been broken into, resulting in significant financial losses.

According to Columbus police, two suspects managed to break into UGA Games by smashing through a wall. The surveillance video provided by Levi clearly shows the intruders forcefully entering the store by breaking through two sets of walls. However, what remains puzzling is the lack of any signs of a break-in from the outside of the store. The adjacent vacant storefront was used as an entry point for the thieves, but how they gained access to the secured and empty property remains a mystery.

Levi emphasized that all exterior doors were locked, making it even more perplexing as to how the culprits managed to infiltrate his store. The intrusion left Levi devastated, as he is now facing a financial setback of tens of thousands of dollars. The stolen items include $25,000 worth of Pokémon cards and $15,000 worth of other gaming technology.

While the monetary loss is significant, Levi also laments the intangible damage caused by the break-in. He expresses his frustration at the precious time lost dealing with the aftermath, time that could have been spent with his family, friends, and church community. Levi condemns the sense of entitlement displayed by the thieves who prioritized Pokémon cards over the value of others’ time and possessions.

This unfortunate incident comes just before Levi’s tenth year in business at UGA Games, making it a bitter pill to swallow as he reflects upon the effort and dedication he has put into building and maintaining his store. The local community is rallying behind him, offering support and hoping for the swift capture of the perpetrators.

As law enforcement authorities investigate the break-in, Levi is left to pick up the pieces and repair the damage both to his store and his sense of security. This incident serves as a reminder for business owners to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to safeguard their establishments against potential threats.