Looting is the act of stealing, or the taking of goods by force, typically in the midst of a military, political, or other social crisis, such as war, [1] natural disasters (where law and civil …

Dec 15, 2025 · Deputies in Snohomish County are investigating reports of looting in a flood-stricken area following the wideapread chaos and destruction casued by the week's a

Jun 12, 2025 · California shifts toward tougher criminal enforcement as Los Angeles deals with looting incidents after the reversal of Proposition 47, allowing felony charges for repeat offenders.

Jun 10, 2025 · Multiple people were arrested in connection with jewelry store break-ins on Monday evening, though it is not yet clear if the suspects are demonstrators or opportunists …

Jun 9, 2025 · Los Angeles police have said they are receiving reports of looting from business owners as videos emerged on social media showing a mass of people running into stores …

spoil, plunder, booty, prize, loot mean something taken from another by force or craft. spoil, more commonly spoils, applies to what belongs by right or custom to the victor in war or political …

Aug 20, 2025 · Looting involves the unlawful taking of goods or property, often by force or stealth, during civil unrest, natural disasters, or other emergencies. It distinguishes itself from simple …