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Thief Caught Stealing Halloween Decorations in Surprise, Arizona

Thief Caught Stealing Halloween Decorations in Surprise, Arizona

First seen 26 Oct 2026, 04:42 UTC • •
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ThreatCluster •October 26, 2026 at 10:11 UTC
  • •Surveillance footage captured a woman stealing Halloween decorations from a family's lawn.
  • •The theft occurred in Surprise, Arizona, with multiple similar incidents reported in the area.
  • •The Ostrander family is cooperating with police and is willing to prosecute the thief.

A woman was caught on surveillance footage stealing Halloween decorations from the Ostrander family's lawn in Surprise, Arizona, early on October 21, 2026. The thief, driving a mint-colored Jeep, took several items including a skeleton dog named 'Ellie' and tombstones. The family initially thought the decorations were blown away by a storm that damaged their van. After reviewing security footage, they discovered the theft and reported it to the police. Other residents in the area have also reported similar thefts, prompting an investigation by Surprise police. The total value of the stolen decorations is estimated at around $100. The Ostrander family is willing to prosecute the thief if identified.

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2026-10-21
Theft of Halloween decorations reported
A woman was caught on camera stealing decorations from the Ostrander family's lawn in Surprise, Arizona.
Nypost
2026-10-21
Severe weather damages vehicle
A tree fell and crushed the Ostrander family's van during a storm, leading to the discovery of the missing decorations.
Fox10
2026-10-26
Community alerted to thefts
The Ostrander family shared surveillance footage, prompting other residents to report similar thefts in the area.
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What items were stolen?
The stolen items included a skeleton dog named 'Ellie', two tombstones, and a phony skull.
What is the value of the stolen decorations?
The total value of the stolen decorations is estimated at around $100.
Is the police investigating the thefts?
Yes, the Surprise police are investigating the thefts after multiple reports from residents.