These tales of ineptitude showcase the comedic missteps of Ohio’s foolish criminals, reminding us that crime doesn’t pay, especially when it’s this bungled. This week, we have a sleepy burglar, a forgetful bank robber, and a carjacker who is baffled by a standard transmission.
Burglar Falls Asleep on the Job
In Toledo, a would-be burglar made a critical error when he decided to take a nap during a break-in attempt. The suspect broke into a residence but was found fast asleep on the homeowner’s couch when they returned unexpectedly. Law enforcement officers arrived at the scene and promptly arrested the sleepy intruder.
Bank Robber Forgets Disguise
A bank robbery attempt in Cleveland took an unexpected turn when the suspect forgot to wear a disguise. The individual entered the bank and demanded money from the teller, but employees and customers quickly recognized him as a regular patron. The suspect fled the scene empty-handed before law enforcement arrived.
Bungling Convenience Store Thief
A clumsy thief in Dayton attempted to steal merchandise from a convenience store but ended up trapped inside the store’s cooler. The suspect accidentally locked himself in while trying to make a quick getaway. Store employees discovered the trapped thief and called the authorities, who arrested him on the spot.
Carjacker Foiled by Stick Shift
A carjacking attempt in Cincinnati, Ohio, came to an abrupt halt when the thief realized he couldn’t drive a manual transmission vehicle. The suspect approached a parked car and demanded the driver’s keys at gunpoint. However, when he got into the vehicle, he struggled to operate the stick shift and stalled multiple times. Frustrated, the would-be carjacker fled the scene on foot.
Unlucky Shoplifter Caught by Security Doors
In Columbus, a shoplifting attempt ended in embarrassment when the thief got trapped between security doors while trying to escape. After stealing items from a department store, the suspect triggered the security system but misjudged the timing and became wedged between the doors. Store security detained the hapless criminal until police arrived.
