Salem, OR – A Salem man is facing multiple charges after being accused of stealing an extensive collection of Kiss memorabilia, valuable jewelry, and an impressive stash of 80,000 baseball cards. The alleged theft, which occurred over a span of several months, has left the owners of the stolen items devastated.
The man, whose identity has not been released, is accused of gaining unauthorized access to a storage unit in the area. Inside, he reportedly found and stole a variety of high-value items, including rare collectibles tied to the legendary rock band Kiss, as well as a significant amount of precious jewelry. The most shocking of the stolen goods, however, was a collection of 80,000 baseball cards, many of which are considered rare and highly sought after by collectors.
Authorities were alerted to the theft after the owner of the storage unit noticed the missing items. Upon further investigation, the Salem man was linked to the crime through surveillance footage and other evidence. Police have been working to recover the stolen items, which are believed to have a combined value of hundreds of thousands of dollars.
The Kiss memorabilia, including autographed items and limited-edition merchandise, is of particular interest to fans of the iconic band, with some pieces believed to be irreplaceable. Meanwhile, the baseball card collection includes rare cards from the 1950s and 1960s, which are in high demand within the sports memorabilia market.
The suspect is currently in custody and facing charges of theft, burglary, and possession of stolen property. Investigators are continuing to search for any remaining stolen items and are urging anyone with information related to the case to come forward.
As the investigation unfolds, the case has drawn attention from both the music and sports memorabilia communities, where the stolen items hold significant sentimental and financial value.