CORAL GABLES, FLA. (WSVN) - A robber was caught on camera stealing multiple Lego boxes from a Barnes and Noble store in Coral Gables.
Surveillance video inside the Barnes and Noble bookstore captured the thief each time he walked out with at least four to five Lego boxes.
Officials said he’s done this three times at the location along Ponce de Leon Boulevard and Miracle Mile. Cameras captured him leaving each time on April 13, April 16 and May 2.
Coral Gables Police are now searching for the repeat robber.
“He’s a thief. Even though it’s Legos, he’s totally a thief,” said one man.
Michael Fernandez said it’s concerning since children also play with the toy inside the store.
“I think that’s a pretty terrible thing, especially in Barnes & Noble where the kids come in here and play with this stuff,” he said. “It’s kind of awful.”
Fernandez recalls the toy being a pricey buy.
“I used to buy Legos for my kids all the time,” he said. “They’re expensive. My son’s 25. He used to build them, 1,500 pieces and build them in an hour and a half.”
People in the area are now surprised by the theft.
“What does he need Legos for? For what?” said Chloe Grayson. “It sounds strange because it’s a grown man stealing Legos.”
“It’s a kids toy. Why are you stealing it?” added Victoria Cepero. “They’re pretty expensive. Especially in the picture, it looks like he has the big sets.”
Some people in the area, like Erika Carter, think the theft is ridiculous.
“I don’t know what he’s going to do with it. I don’t know why he would waste his time carrying something like that,” said Carter.
Police said they now need help identifying the man.
“He should be caught and punished no matter what it is, even if it’s Legos,” said Carter.
If you have any information on these robberies, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a $1,000 reward.
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