Greenville, August 21, 2025
News Summary
A burglary occurred at the Lululemon store on South Main Street in Greenville. Two suspects used a Home Depot rental truck to crash into the store early in the morning and stole merchandise worth $4,600. Damage to the store was significant, and local police are investigating the incident while the store remains closed for repairs.
Greenville
A burglary took place at the Lululemon store located on South Main Street in Greenville around 3:40 a.m. on August 19, 2025. Two suspects drove a Home Depot rental truck into the storefront to gain access and steal merchandise.
The burglary was reported in progress at 3:44 a.m. by a security company monitoring the store’s surveillance cameras. Police arrived on the scene at 3:45 a.m., but the suspects had already exited the location and fled.
Incident Details
The theft resulted in significant damage to the storefront, with Lululemon employees estimating the value of the stolen merchandise at approximately $4,600. Surveillance footage captured images of the two individuals exiting the truck to gather items from inside the store shortly after the crash.
Truck Recovery and Police Measures
The Home Depot rental truck used in the crime was rented in Atlanta before the incident and was later recovered in Griffin, Georgia. The Greenville Police Department employed their Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) system to aid in locating the stolen truck effectively.
Police Statement and Context
Greenville Police Sgt. Diana Munoz indicated that a burglary of this nature is uncommon in the downtown area, as she could not recall a similar case. Over the previous year, there have been a total of 30 burglaries or robberies reported within a one-mile radius of downtown Greenville.
Aftermath of the Burglary
In the wake of the incident, the Lululemon store has been temporarily closed for repairs. Workers were seen at around 9:30 a.m. on August 19, clearing away broken glass and assessing the damage. Local residents, including a witness named Bea Wray, expressed shock at the destruction and voiced concerns about safety in the area.
Ongoing Investigation
The investigation into the burglary is still active, and police have not yet released any surveillance footage to maintain the integrity of the case. Further updates are expected as authorities continue their search for the suspects.
Summary of Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Lululemon, South Main Street, Greenville |
| Time of Incident | 3:40 a.m., August 19, 2025 |
| Method of Entry | Rammed truck into storefront |
| Value of Merchandise Stolen | $4,600 |
| Police Arrival Time | 3:45 a.m. |
| Current Status of Store | Temporarily closed for repairs |
| Number of Burglaries in the Area (Last Year) | 30 reported burglaries or robberies |
FAQ
What happened at the Lululemon store in Greenville?
A burglary occurred on August 19, 2025, where two suspects used a stolen Home Depot rental truck to ram into the storefront and steal merchandise worth approximately $4,600.
Was the Home Depot rental truck recovered?
Yes, the truck was rented in Atlanta and was subsequently recovered in Griffin, Georgia.
Is the Lululemon store still open?
The Lululemon store is temporarily closed for repairs following the burglary.
How many burglaries occurred in downtown Greenville over the past year?
There have been a total of 30 burglaries or robberies reported within a one-mile radius of downtown Greenville in the past year.
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Additional Resources
- Fox Carolina
- Wikipedia: Burglary
- Post and Courier
- Google Search: Lululemon store burglary Greenville
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- WSPA
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Crime
- Fox Carolina Video Report
- Google News: Greenville burglary
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