Juvenile suspects identified in locker room theft from Colorado players at Rose Bowl; some valuables returned

PASADENA, Calif. (KABC) — The suspects in a theft case in which several items, including jewelry, were taken from the Colorado locker room while the Buffaloes played UCLA at the Rose Bowl have been identified.

The Pasadena Police Department has confirmed that the suspects involved in the theft case, where valuable items such as jewelry were stolen from the Colorado locker room during a game against UCLA at the iconic Rose Bowl stadium, have been identified. The suspects in question are juveniles; however, their ages and further details have not been released at this time.

According to a statement from the Pasadena Police Department, search warrants have been executed, and the investigation is ongoing. The police are expected to provide more information as the investigation progresses.

Detectives investigating the case have informed that some of the stolen items have been returned to the Colorado players. However, there are still missing items that have not been recovered. The police continue to review video footage and conduct interviews to determine the full extent of the theft and which items were reported as stolen.

The Pasadena Police Department expressed their gratitude to those who reported leads to their tip line. The information provided by the public has been invaluable in helping with the investigation. The dedicated detectives have diligently followed up on all leads, which resulted in the swift execution of search warrants. The police assure everyone that the investigation will continue until all necessary information has been obtained.

Colorado’s head coach, Deion Sanders, has been actively assisting the police by compiling a list of the items that were lost by the players and staff members.

Expressing his disappointment, Sanders hopes for reimbursement of the stolen items, emphasizing the need for action from the NCAA to address this issue. Sanders believes that when it comes to the well-being of the student-athletes, the NCAA should step in and offer support as they do for other matters. He also demands justice for the affected individuals and the reinstatement of their lost possessions.

The production crew of “Well Off Media,” which documents the journey of Sanders and the Buffaloes, uploaded a video on YouTube titled “Colorado Loses to UCLA: Thieves at Rose Bowl Steal From Colorado’s Locker Room.” The video features players discussing the stolen items, particularly jewelry, and their frustration over the incident.

The incident has sparked outrage among the players and the fans. Some individuals took to social media, expressing their astonishment and disappointment that such an incident could occur in a supposedly secure environment like the locker room.

However, amidst the anger and frustration, there were individuals like outside linebacker Jordan Domineck, who chose to forgive and forget. Domineck took to social media to express forgiveness towards the perpetrators and wished them the best, hoping that they would learn from their actions.

While the investigation continues, Deion Sanders mentioned the possibility of hiring additional security to protect the locker room to prevent future incidents.

The Rose Bowl is considered a symbol of prestige in college football, and the theft of sentimental and valuable items has raised questions about the security measures in place to protect the players’ belongings. Sanders criticizes those who suggest that the players should not have expensive items, emphasizing that these items were gifts and tokens of appreciation from their loved ones.

As the investigation into the theft at the Rose Bowl continues, the Pasadena Police Department urges anyone with information to come forward and assist in bringing the perpetrators to justice.

Associated Press Writer John Antczak in Los Angeles contributed to this report.