Introduction to Storage Theft
A South Florida woman had thousands of dollars worth of items stolen from a storage unit, and she wants the crooks who stole her stuff arrested. Now the Miami-Dade Sherriff’s Office is investigating. The woman, Gabriela Ramon, believes that her unit was targeted after her account contact information was changed, allowing the thieves to gain access to her gate code.
The Break-In
Surveillance video obtained by 7Investigates shows two men arriving at Extra Space Storage off Miami Gardens drive on June 29th. They enter the access code, which opens the gate, and drive in. The truck backs into the loading zone, and the men get out, keeping their heads down to avoid cameras. An access code is entered again, which gets them inside the building. They take two carts into the elevator and up to the second floor, where they make their way to Gabriela’s storage unit.
The Theft
The men take a few minutes to break into the unit, and sparks are seen as the lock is being cut. Once inside, they start loading Gabriela’s belongings into the carts. The stolen items include thousands of dollars worth of designer shoes and accessories, expensive sneakers, and signed sports memorabilia. The total estimate of the stolen items is between $20,000 to $30,000.
Investigation
The Miami-Dade Sherriff’s Office is investigating the theft, and authorities believe that the men may have been tipped off about the valuable items in Gabriela’s unit. The storage company, Extra Space Storage, has stated that the two men on video are not employees and that they have no evidence of any employees being involved in the break-in. The company is cooperating with the authorities in their investigation.
Suspicious Activity
Gabriela got behind on rent payments, which allowed the storage company to cut her lock and take pictures of the interior. However, she never got the chance to sort out her payments because someone had changed her account contact information and paid off her balance. This gave them access to her gate code, and Gabriela believes that this is how the thieves were able to target her unit.
Conclusion
The theft of Gabriela’s belongings is a serious crime, and the authorities are working to catch the perpetrators. The case highlights the importance of keeping personal information secure and being vigilant about suspicious activity. If you have any information regarding the two men or their vehicle, you are urged to contact Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS.
FAQs
- What is the estimated value of the stolen items?
The estimated value of the stolen items is between $20,000 to $30,000. - How did the thieves gain access to Gabriela’s unit?
The thieves gained access to Gabriela’s unit by changing her account contact information and paying off her balance, which gave them access to her gate code. - Is the storage company cooperating with the investigation?
Yes, Extra Space Storage is cooperating with the authorities in their investigation. - What is the description of the thieves’ vehicle?
The vehicle is a black Chevy Avalanche with a Texas license plate and damage to the right rear panel. - How can I contact the authorities if I have any information?
You can contact Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS or email 7Investigates@wsvn.com.
