I wonder if this is related to several cases like this in New Jersey. I thought I heard that people had been arrested for the NJ crimes, but I’m not 100% sure.
The indictment doesn’t mention their alleged involvement in similar home-invasion robberies that took place in New Jersey in October.
Residents say the armed robberies have occurred for a decade timed around the Hindu holiday of Diwali, when gold jewelry is frequently given as a gift.
“But I think there is also a stereotype that needs to be put to rest, that Indian homes keep a lot of cash or gold – simply not true,” Poondi said.
As of Monday, the suspects were all still being held in Texas. If found guilty, they could spend up to 40 years behind bars.
Carey said members of the highly organized burglary crew could still be on the loose.