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Smash-And-Grab Burglars Ransack Lena Waithe’s Home, Steal $200,000 In Jewelry: REPORT

Lena Waithe's home was ransacked, TMZ reported on Sunday.

The famous actress and comedian has become the latest celebrity to be targeted in a series of purse snatchings in the Los Angeles area. Weiss' girlfriend's home was allegedly burglarized last week while she was out, according to a law enforcement source who spoke with police. TMZ.

The robbers reportedly broke into Weiss' home by breaking a window. According to the report, the thieves are estimated to have stolen about $200,000 worth of jewelry. The break-in was discovered when Weiss staff arrived the day after the incident and found the front door unlocked.

Waithe is known for his role in Master of None and as the creator of The Chi. This recent robbery involving Waithe is part of an alarming trend affecting celebrities in Los Angeles. TMZ noted that several celebrities have experienced similar break-ins in the past few months. (Related: 'Smash and Grab': Targeted Portland Employees Reveal 'Dangerous' Working Conditions Amid Crime Surge)

actor Keanu ReevesHis home was broken into in early December, with entry gained through a broken window. Several masked individuals allegedly broke into the actor's home in Los Angeles. According to information, only firearms were taken. TMZ.

TMZ reports that Los Angeles police were initially called to the actor's home around 7 p.m. for an alleged break-in. Despite an exhaustive search, responding officers were unable to locate any of them.

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