Looting is the act of stealing, or the taking of goods by force, typically in the midst of a military, political, or other social crisis, such as war, [1] natural disasters (where law and civil enforcement are …

Jun 10, 2025 · Multiple people were arrested in connection with jewelry store break-ins on Monday evening, though it is not yet clear if the suspects are demonstrators or opportunists unconnected to …

Jun 12, 2025 · Amid the continuing unrest and flash mob-style looting incidents in Los Angeles, California is making a significant pivot toward tougher criminal enforcement.

Jun 17, 2025 · Several stores in the downtown Los Angeles area were hit by looters as the unrest following days of anti-ICE protests continued overnight, authorities said. The stores were ransacked, …

Jun 9, 2025 · Los Angeles police have said they are receiving reports of looting from business owners as videos emerged on social media showing a mass of people running into stores whose frontages …

Aug 20, 2025 · Looting involves the unlawful taking of goods or property, often by force or stealth, during civil unrest, natural disasters, or other emergencies. It distinguishes itself from simple theft by the …

spoil, plunder, booty, prize, loot mean something taken from another by force or craft. spoil, more commonly spoils, applies to what belongs by right or custom to the victor in war or political contest. …

Feb 22, 2019 · The meaning of looting refers to the act of stealing goods during a war, a riot, or in the aftermath of a natural disaster. Examples of looting include the stealing of a television from an …

Jun 10, 2025 · Several high-end businesses were among the many looted and vandalized overnight following a fourth day of protests over immigration raids in Downtown Los Angeles.

Nov 28, 2025 · Frenzied mob stormed an Apple Store in a brazen daylight rampage, overwhelming security as looters smashed displays, ripped iPhones and MacBooks off tables, and fled with armfuls …