Burghlers reportedly broke into the home of Atlanta Falcons defensive back Antonio Hamilton Sr. early Friday morning.
The Roswell Police Department filed an incident report indicating that police were called to the star athlete’s Georgia home around midnight. According to On TMZ. Police reportedly said an NFL player called to say his home security camera captured footage of three men ransacking his home. . Reports indicated that the suspect gained entry to the back door of the residence by using a hammer or mallet to force his way into the home, according to TMZ.
MIAMI GARDENS, FL – AUGUST 9: Antonio Hamilton Sr. #33 of the Atlanta Falcons against the Miami Dolphins in the first quarter of a preseason game at Hard Rock Stadium on August 9, 2024 in Miami Gardens, Florida. React after making a tackle. (Photo: Rich Stories/Getty Images)
Police said they were able to get the safe out of the home in just a few minutes before the thieves fled the scene.
Officers responded and deployed a K9S to assist in locating the suspect. They were unable to find the suspect, but managed to locate the stolen safe.
They said it included “a firearm and multiple expensive handbags,” according to TMZ.
LAS VEGAS, NV – DECEMBER 16: Antonio Hamilton Sr. #33 of the Atlanta Falcons follows an interception by Justin Simmons #31 of the Las Vegas Raiders in the fourth quarter of Las Vegas at Las Vegas. Celebrating after an interception against the Vegas Raiders. , Nevada. The Falcons defeated the Raiders 15-9. (Photo: Candice Ward/Getty Images)
Hamilton Sr. was on vacation at the time of the incident.
Robberies of high-end homes owned by athletes have increased in recent months.
The homes of Kansas City Chiefs stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce were targeted, as were residences belonging to NBA players Bobby Portis Jr. and Mike Conley Jr.
Hamilton Sr. appeared to address the robbery on Instagram by posting a Bible verse to his story. Stay alert! ”
Hamilton Sr. played nine years in the NFL and logged time in 109 games. He also played with the then-Oakland Raiders, New York Giants, Kansas City Chiefs, and Arizona Cardinals. (Related: NFL issues crime alert, reveals additional robbery victims: report)
Police have not released information regarding the suspect’s description or released details surrounding what was taken from the player’s home.
