A California home, repeatedly hit by a burglary ring, met an unexpected fate: abandonment and a subsequent, bear-led takeover. Targeted by criminals, the homeowner fled after repeated incidents, leaving the property vulnerable. Now, eleven suspects in this shocking home invasion face charges. News Directory 3 brings you this developing story of a Northern california home, where the primary keyword is a burglary ring and the bizarre secondary keyword is bears now occupy the residence. Discover the full extent of the damage and the community’s reaction. What happens next in this unusual case?
Bears Take Over Home After Butte County Burglary Ring Drives Out Owner
Updated June 28, 2025
A Northern California woman’s home became the target of a relentless burglary ring, ultimately leading her to abandon the property, according to the Butte County District Attorney’s office. the home in Lovelock, north of Magalia, then fell into the paws of a group of bears.
On Friday, prosecutors announced charges against 11 suspects for the repeated burglaries and thefts from the 64-year-old homeowner. Six additional suspects have been identified, with charges pending. The initial burglary was reported April 17.
