Investigators believe the 'Punch Crew' burglarized about 131 businesses throughout LA County.
After a year-long investigation, detectives believe they have finally tracked down the two men and juvenile making up the 'Punch Crew,' a group of burglars allegedly connected to 131 break-ins across Los Angeles County. The team got the nickname because of the sharp punch too they would use to break the glass in front of the smaller, often family-owned restaurants, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
Pugh and Stevenson are each being held on a $975,000 bail. Investigators believe the burglaries happened between March and June 2023. The crew would allegedly break into a handful of businesses, mainly ethnic restaurants, in a certain area before moving to another area in the city. Detectives believe they used multiple cars they either rented from different companies or car-sharing apps.
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