New Jersey Man Arrested for Stealing Instruments From Heart - Rolling Stone

Man Charged with Burglary and Theft of Irreplaceable Instruments from Heart Band

In a shocking turn of events, a New Jersey man has been charged with burglary and theft after stealing irreplaceable instruments from the iconic band Heart. The incident occurred in Atlantic City, where the suspect was apprehended by local law enforcement.

The Incident

According to reports from NBC 10 Philadelphia, the Atlantic City Police Department received a call regarding a suspicious individual attempting to leave the Atlantic City Convention Center. Upon investigation, police discovered that the suspect had stolen several valuable instruments from the venue.

Further investigation revealed that the stolen instruments belonged to the legendary band Heart, known for their hit songs like "Barracuda" and "Alone." The band's equipment was reported missing after a concert at the Atlantic City Convention Center in April.

The Suspect

The suspect, whose name has not been released publicly due to ongoing investigations, is believed to have targeted the instruments during the concert. Police say that the suspect attempted to leave the venue with the stolen instruments without being detected.

"Irreplaceable" Instruments Stolen

The stolen instruments are described as "irreplaceable" by Heart's management team. The band's lead vocalist, Ann Wilson, expressed her disappointment and frustration on social media, stating: "We're devastated by this theft. These instruments hold so much history and value to us."

Consequences

As a result of the investigation, the suspect has been charged with burglary and theft charges. Authorities are working closely with the band's management team to recover the stolen instruments.

"We take these types of incidents very seriously," said Chief of Police for Atlantic City. "We appreciate the cooperation from the community and will do everything in our power to bring the perpetrator to justice."

Reaction from Heart

Heart has released a statement regarding the theft, expressing their disappointment and gratitude to fans:

"We're heartbroken that our instruments were stolen. We want to thank our incredible fans for their support during this difficult time. We'll continue to perform and create music, but it won't be the same without these irreplaceable instruments."

Investigation Ongoing

The investigation is ongoing, with authorities working tirelessly to recover the stolen instruments. The Atlantic City Police Department has asked anyone with information regarding the theft to come forward.

In the meantime, fans are rallying around Heart, offering support and words of encouragement on social media. As one fan put it: "We're all Heart, and we'll get through this together."

Timeline of Events

  • April: Heart performs at the Atlantic City Convention Center.
  • April (after concert): Instruments go missing.
  • May: Suspect is identified and arrested by Atlantic City Police Department.
  • Present day: Investigation ongoing, suspect charged with burglary and theft.

Conclusion

The theft of irreplaceable instruments from Heart is a shocking incident that has left the music world reeling. The Atlantic City Police Department's efforts to recover the stolen instruments are commendable, and fans are rallying around the band in support.

As the investigation continues, authorities urge anyone with information to come forward. In the meantime, fans can show their support by sharing messages of encouragement on social media using hashtags like #HeartTogether or #JusticeForHeart.