Thieves steal One Piece, Pokémon cards from Upland card shop

Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Karla Rendon, NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) · July 22, 2026 · 1 min read

Police are investigating whether a burglary at an Upland card shop may be connected to recent break-ins at other similar stores. The Gameology card shop in Upland was burglarized Tuesday morning, police said. Surveillance footage captured four masked and hooded thieves entering the small business...

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The burglary at The Gameology card shop in Upland raises concerns about the vulnerability of small businesses in the Greater Los Angeles area to targeted thefts. With investigators exploring potential links to similar crimes in nearby cities, such as the recent $15,000 theft from a Corona card shop, it's clear that these businesses require heightened vigilance and community support. The specific targeting of valuable collectibles like One Piece and Pokémon cards suggests that thieves are aware of the lucrative market for these items, and may be seeking to resell them online or to other collectors. As police work to determine the extent of any connections between these crimes, local business owners and residents should be aware of their surroundings and report any suspicious activity to help prevent future break-ins and protect the livelihoods of small business owners in the community.

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Category: safety · Published: July 22, 2026 · Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) · Reading time: 1 min

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Thieves steal One Piece, Pokémon cards from Upland card shop

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