Welcome back to the Apple Crime Log, where we bring you the latest in Apple-related crimes. In this edition, we have stories of a data thief who takes a MacBook Air for a swim, a thief caught using an iPad in a crypto heist, and a former reality TV star charged with stealing her sister’s iPhone.
Data Thief Sends Their MacBook Air for a Swim
AppleInsider reported that a South Korean technology firm, Coupang Corp., suffered a data breach and launched a compensation plan after an employee used a stolen security key to access consumer records with a PC and MacBook Air. The culprit smashed the MacBook Air, stuffed it in a bag with bricks, and threw it into a river. Investigators found the MacBook, linking it to the hacker’s iCloud account.
Victim Tracks Stolen AirPods, Leading Police to Thief’s Lair
An Illinois man broke into a house and stole AirPods and other items. The victim used Find My to track the AirPods, leading to the thief’s arrest. The stolen items were found in the suspect’s apartment, along with burglary tools.
Former Reality Show Star Charged With Stealing Sister’s iPhone
A former cast member of the Australian version of The Real Housewives was arrested for stealing her sister’s iPhone. The theft was part of ongoing feuds among Australian celebrities and led to a police raid on the suspect’s home.
Thief Uses iPad to Communicate in $3m Crypto Heist
In a $3 million crypto heist, a masked man used an iPad to communicate with his victim during a home invasion. The thief transferred the crypto assets through intimidation and physical force, resulting in an international investigation and arrest.
Former UPS Workers Charged in $113,000 Apple Product Heist
Three former UPS employees were charged with stealing $113,000 worth of Apple products shortly after Christmas. They were caught with stolen items and have been fired from UPS.
