New York Thief with 254 Arrests Still Robbing Stores: The System That Lets Him Get Away!
Welcome to New York, where one man, Anthony White, has an unbelievable record — he has been arrested 254 times! Yes, you read that right, 254 times! And what happened? He still walks the streets and robs stores like nothing happened.
King of Theft or a Broken System?
Anthony White is well known to the police and courts. He was last arrested in May for theft but was released under supervision. Despite being banned from entering certain stores, he ignores this and continues stealing.
Police data shows that the number of store thefts has increased by 89% in the past year. A whopping 45% of all store thefts are committed by first-time offenders, and four main repeat offenders, including White, have been arrested a total of 254 times.
Courts Release Him, Police Fight a Broken System
Police and critics of the justice system say that petty thieves, often drug addicts, are routinely released immediately after arrest. “They get out and immediately return to store thefts,” says one officer.
In May, White stole two shirts from a boutique in Rockefeller Plaza, hiding them under his sweater, and was caught by security. Although prosecutors requested a $3,000 bail, the court released him under supervision. A few days later, he stole personal hygiene products and baby wipes from other stores. Again, he was released, this time with a $20,000 bail, but the judge freed him again.
A Vicious Cycle No One Can Break
White is not alone. Another thief, Devon Geters, has been arrested multiple times, mostly for store thefts. Police believe the problem lies in the leniency of the justice system and the lack of adequate treatment programs for addicts.
“They keep repeating the same offenses every time they are released,” says the officer, adding that rehabilitation in these cases does not help.
What’s Happening to Justice?
While store thefts are rapidly increasing and police desperately try to catch offenders, courts release them back onto the streets. Is this the real justice system? Or a system that protects criminals and ignores victims?
This story is not just about one man but about a systemic problem that allows criminals to roam free and continue their deeds.
Is It Time for Change?
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Data sourced from American media and police documents without alterations or additions.
