Three Arrested in Chile After Burglaries Targeting Travis Kelce and Other Athletes

A string of break-ins at athletes' homes has led to new arrests in Chile, months after stars including Travis Kelce were named among those whose properties were targeted.

Police said the suspects were linked to a wider burglary spree that unfolded across 2024 and 2025. The homes of several professional athletes were reportedly targeted while they were away, with thieves taking cash, jewelry, watches, and sports memorabilia.

Chilean Police Arrested Three Suspects

Police in Chile have arrested three people suspected of carrying out burglaries at the homes of high-profile athletes in the United States and Argentina.

The arrests came after two people were detained last week in connection with a break-in at the Argentinian home of Juan Martín del Potro, the 2009 U.S. Open champion. That investigation led authorities to a third suspect, who was arrested on Saturday.

Commissioner Enrique Gutierrez of Chilean Interpol said the three suspects were expected to be extradited, with authorities revealing that the burglaries were part of a two-year spree.

Investigators believe the alleged thieves studied properties before breaking in, monitored social media to see when athletes were away, and reviewed security measures before carrying out the crimes.

Travis Kelce's Home Was Among Those Targeted

Travis Kelce's home was burglarized on October 7, 2024, while he was away playing with the Kansas City Chiefs. About $20,000 in cash was taken during the break-in.

The case was part of a broader wave of burglaries that also reportedly targeted athletes including Dallas Cowboys player Linval Joseph and Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis.

Previous reports also identified several other athletes whose homes were broken into, including NBA star Luka Doncic, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, and Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

The list also includes Minnesota Timberwolves guard Mike Conley Jr., and Dallas Stars player Tyler Seguin. Police in Chile did not name the American athletes allegedly affected in the latest arrests.

Sports Leagues Were Warned About the Crime Spree

The break-ins prompted concern across professional sports. In late 2024, the NFL sent a memo warning athletes to remain vigilant after a series of home burglaries.

The FBI also issued a notice to sports leagues in December 2024, alerting teams and players to recent break-ins targeting professional athletes. At least nine athletes were reportedly targeted between September and November 2024.

Investigators said criminals had used public records to locate players' addresses before watching their homes and waiting for moments when they appeared to be away.

In February 2025, seven Chilean nationals were charged in connection with the wider crime spree. Prosecutors said the suspects stole more than $2 million worth of valuables, including jewelry, cash, and luxury items.

The latest arrests suggest authorities are still working through the international network behind the burglaries, which stretched from the United States to Argentina and left some of sports' biggest names facing security concerns at home.