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Unknown Suspect(s) - Vandalism and Theft Case
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VANDALISM, DESTRUCTION, AND THEFT OF GOVERNMENT PROPERTY
Justice for Unknown Suspect(s) - Vandalism and Theft Case — the trail went cold in 2026, but the truth hasn't.
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suspect
Lead #1Male suspect, 5'8" to 6'0" tall, 160-180 pounds, wearing distinctive red and black checkered jacket, black hoodie, camo ball cap with sunglasses, red facial covering, black pants, and black shoes—was this individual identified in any surveillance footage or witness statements?
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evidence
Lead #2What specific government property was stolen from the vehicles and has any of it been recovered or pawned?
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location
Lead #3Were there security cameras or nearby businesses that may have captured footage of the suspect's arrival, departure, or vehicle?
On January 14, 2026, at approximately 7:00 p.m., an unknown male suspect vandalized and broke into several FBI government vehicles in North Minneapolis, stealing government property during an active federal officer investigation. The suspect remains unidentified despite eyewitness description and photographic evidence. The FBI is offering up to $100,000 for information leading to recovery of the stolen property or the suspect's arrest.
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Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) - Minneapolis Field Office
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witness
Lead #4Did any residents or passersby in North Minneapolis witness the vandalism or see the suspect fleeing the scene?
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clue
Lead #5The distinctive clothing combination is highly identifiable—has anyone reported seeing someone matching this description in the Minneapolis area before or after January 14, 2026?
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Unknown Suspect(s) Minneapolis, Minnesota January 14, 2026 On January 14, 2026, at approximately 7:00 p.m., FBI personnel responded to an assault on a federal officer investigation in North Minneapolis, Minnesota. Several government vehicles were subsequently vandalized and broken into, and government property was stolen from inside the vehicles.
The FBI seeks information that will lead to the recovery of the stolen government property and/or the arrest of the individuals responsible for the destruction and theft of government property. The unknown suspect shown above was seen in the area and is described as a male, approximately 5'8" to 6'0" and 160 to180 pounds.
The suspect was wearing a red and black checkered jacket, a black hoodie with the hood up, a camo ball cap with sunglasses on the hat, a red facial covering, black pants, and black shoes.
Timeline of Events
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2026-01-14
19:00Vandalism and Theft Incident
Unknown suspect(s) vandalized and broke into several FBI government vehicles, stealing government property during an active federal officer investigation in North Minneapolis.
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Case Information
Incident:January 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Last Updated:September 10, 2026
Up to $100,000 Reward
For information leading to the resolution of this case
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Case Information
Incident:January 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Last Updated:September 10, 2026
Up to $100,000 Reward
For information leading to the resolution of this case