Burglaries linked to stolen cars

A series of burglaries in the Occitanie region involved criminals stealing vehicles and using them to commit thefts before setting them on fire to destroy evidence. These incidents have been reported across several departments.

Criminals operated in groups

The crimes were carried out by a group of four individuals who targeted homes and storage locations over several weeks. The pattern of the crimes suggested a coordinated effort across multiple areas.

Investigation begins in Pézenas

The gendarmerie in Pézenas started investigating after receiving reports of similar thefts on August 21, 2025. The incidents were spread across the departments of Hérault, Gard, Aveyron, and Tarn.

Multiple thefts linked to one group

Investigators, working under the Béziers prosecutor's office, connected 33 thefts to a single group. These thefts occurred during several trips, with stolen vehicles used to transport the criminals between locations.

Criminals used stolen vehicles strategically

The criminals typically stole a victim's vehicle, used it to commit multiple burglaries in a single night, and then set the vehicle on fire to erase evidence of their presence. This method was used repeatedly.

Dangerous methods used during burglaries

The burglaries were often aggravated by the use of dangerous methods to destroy property, posing a risk to people. The group's actions were marked by both coordination and a willingness to cause harm.