Brentwood Businessman Faces Major Loss from Memorabilia Theft

News Summary

A Brentwood businessman is reeling after a significant theft at his memorabilia store, Dad’s Dugout. Two masked thieves stole $42,000 worth of sports cards, impacting the local community deeply. With 228 items taken, Brentwood Police urge collectors to be vigilant and report any suspicious sales. The incident serves as a reminder of the risks local businesses face, especially in tight-knit communities.

Brentwood Businessman Hit Hard by Sports Memorabilia Theft

Brentwood is buzzing this week as a local businessman is trying to pick up the pieces after a shocking **theft** at his sports memorabilia store, Dad’s Dugout. The incident took place just before 7 p.m. on August 20, when two masked individuals made their way into the shop, causing quite the stir in the tight-knit community. It turns out, it wasn’t just any ordinary break-in; the thieves had a specific agenda and executed their plan with alarming precision.

How It Went Down

Located at 7020 Church Street, Dad’s Dugout became the target of this bold burglary when the culprits decided to smash their way inside using a **pry bar** to force open the front door. As if straight out of a movie, the *surveillance footage* revealed that the two suspects took their time discussing their strategy, almost as if they had been casing the store for a while. What’s noteworthy is how they managed to bypass other high-value items, instead opting for specific collectibles that they had clearly set their eyes on.

The Eye-Watering Loss

The result? A shocking $42,000 worth of exclusive sports cards and memorabilia disappeared in a flash. The *list of goodies* that the thieves made off with includes:

• A staggering $1,475 Mickey Mantle card.
• A signed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar card valued at $1,500.
• A Tom Brady rookie card, also ringing in at $1,500.
• A rare $2,600 Caitlin Clark WNBA card, which turned out to be the priciest item taken.
• A vintage 1954 Ernie Banks card worth $1,475.
• A Patrick Mahomes card tagged at $1,200.
• A collection of various valuable Pokémon cards.

In total, a staggering **228 sports cards** were reported stolen during this brazen act. Adding insult to injury, the culprits made a quick getaway in a white Honda Accord with tinted windows, leaving the store owner in disbelief.

The Getaway Plan

It appears the thieves had quite the plan in mind. One of the gentlemen was overheard making a statement, “I got this side,” which clearly shows they knew exactly what they were doing. Just as they were making their final moves, the alarm system at Dad’s Dugout kicked in, causing the crooks to flee the scene. Talk about cutting it close!

Community Impact

As the store owner processes this overwhelming *loss*, the entire community feels the weight of the theft. Sports memorabilia collectors are a tight-knit group, and news traveling so quickly has left many wondering how this could happen in their backyard. The stolen cards may have a chance to be tracked through their serial numbers, but the dilemma arises with older cards that lack such identifiers, making them almost impossible to trace.

Calling All Collectors

In light of this troubling event, the Brentwood Police are on high alert, urging anyone who sees rare sports cards being sold at unusually low prices to reach out at 615-371-0160. It’s a call to action for all collectors to keep an eye out and ensure that these priceless artifacts of sporting history don’t just disappear into thin air.

For the Brentwood community and sports enthusiasts, this incident serves as a wake-up call that even beloved local establishments can fall victim to crime. Yet, hopefully, with vigilance and support, the spirit of sports collecting will rise again, stronger than ever.

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Additional Resources

• WKRN: $42K in Exclusive Sports Cards Stolen from Brentwood Store
• SI: What is Topps Hobby Rip Night?
• Tennessean: Middle Tennessee Sports Store Says Rare Mantle Card Among 100s Stolen
• Wikipedia: Sports Memorabilia
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Sport