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Thieves steal $15K worth of trading cards from Corona shop
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Karla Rendon , NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 20, 2026
· 1 min read
A small business owner in Corona is seeking the public’s help in identifying the thieves who broke into his card shop over the weekend. Surveillance footage captured a pair of burglars breaking into Corona Cards & Collectibles early Saturday and taking off with trading cards. The break-in occurre...
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Key takeaway at the shop on 6 th Street, according to Edgar Diaz, the store’s owner.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The theft of $15,000 worth of trading cards from Corona Cards & Collectibles has significant implications for the local small business community. As a locally owned shop, the financial loss can be devastating, and the emotional impact on the team is substantial. This incident also raises concerns about the vulnerability of small businesses to crime, particularly those that deal in unique and valuable items. The fact that the burglars targeted a specific collection of trading cards suggests that they may have had inside knowledge or been seeking to exploit a lucrative market. The Corona Police Department's investigation will be crucial in determining the circumstances surrounding the theft and potentially preventing similar incidents in the future. The local community's support for the shop and its owner, Edgar Diaz, will also be important in helping the business recover from this setback.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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