‘Lego Bandit’ busted after alleged $20K theft spree across Florida
Nassau County, FL, USA —
A Florida man dubbed the “Lego Bandit” is behind bars after being accused of stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of high-end Lego sets from Target stores, according to the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies said Ronald Tipton was accused of attempting to steal Lego sets from a Walmart on Sept. 15.
During the incident, deputies pursued Tipton in a U-Haul truck, according to the sheriff’s office.
Deputies said Tipton struck a detective during the pursuit before he and a second suspect were arrested. Drugs were also found inside the U-Haul, officials said.
Tipton faces several charges in connection with the alleged thefts and pursuit.
Deputies said the organized theft ring is linked to more than $20,000 worth of stolen merchandise.