#?*!%&/~ broke into my camper 🤬

[the sodfather]

We used our camper over the Thanksgiving holiday and parked it on November 25th at our rented storage facility. Went by to check on it yesterday and noticed a shoe lace hanging out the back (bathroom entrance) door. Thought that seemed odd. Someone busted in through the back window in the bunks and used it for a night or two. Busted the doors open and used shoe laces to tie the doors shut from the inside. Empty beers cans and cigarette burns throughout. Police felt like it was illegals passing through as they have seen this before. Pretty much trashed the inside and stole the tv. Ate all the food that wasn’t in a can. I guess at this point it’s best that I DIDN’T catch them.... I’m SO pissed!

[Freeheel4life]

Very unfortunate and obviously frustrating. My condolences to you.
Call it Karma, call it a special seat in hell, the person(s) responsible will get theirs eventually. Doesn't take the sting off, but I like to try and find the good in the bad.
Hopefully insurance takes care of the window and other losses. Cigarette burns and the smell are probably going to be the worst.
Again, so sorry to hear. Good luck with repairs.

[sourdough]

I hate very much to hear of your misfortune. My pissivity factor would be off the charts. Hopefully insurance will make you whole. Just another example of what happens when we don't get the illegal situation under control....(not political....just a fact for those of us that have to deal with it).

[ctbruce]

Jason, so sorry to hear this. I hope they catch them. I hope your insurance company covers you to make you whole again. Wow, unreal to hear.

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[earlzach]

Sorry to hear this. Hope all gets fixed up for you. Hope they get caught.

[notanlines]

What I'll never understand about these dregs of society is why it is so important to destroy what they have found to enjoy. I do understand why they broke in. It was handy, warm, comfortable and easy to break into. What I don't understand is the urge to destroy things after they have used it. Why the cigarette burns for instance? I suppose this mentality has always been with us, it just seems to be so prevalent today. You already know that they will never be caught. What you need to wrap your head around is will you ever be comfortable storing in this facility again and can you enjoy your rig knowing these POS were in there.....I'm sorry for your troubles.

[flybouy]

Had ours broken into Feb of 2015. The heroin addict vandalized and stole from 19 campers at that storage lot, 25 campers at the rv sales 2 miles from there. In all, he did similar acts at 2 rv dealers and 5 storage lots in the area. Damage to ours was almost $4K. He tore the tvs from their mounts, busted up cabinets, and gouged the sides outside dragging the tvs in between our camer and those parked next to us. The perpetrator finally went to trail in November of this year and was sentenced to 10 years, 5 suspended. Fortunately insurance came thru quickly as I had serial numbers and receipts for the tvs, dvd players, and all the rest of the stuff stolen ( sometimes it pays to be a hoarder) and photos of said stuff in the camper. Same documentation went to the detectives. I know the pain you are feeling, the violation and loss. I hope you are made whole again and they find the perpetrator and prosecute them.

[JimQ]

Very sorry to hear this and hope things get better for you. There are a lot of ignorant people who have no self respect so they are incapable of respecting others or another's property. I am grateful I'm able to store my unit at home where it is safe.

[CrazyCain]

Very sorry to hear this Jason, i hope some way in a ^^^ they find this scum....

:(

[busterbrown]

Sorry to hear about your RV break in. I, too, store my Bullet on an outdoor RV storage lot. Been there 2 years without incident. When I signed my lease at that time, the owners of this lot claimed "no break in's" since their ownership over a period of 7 years. I believe them as they are on site practically 23 out of 24 hours each day. I thought they were anal at first but now realize that chances I'll be hosting "unwelcomed" guests in my trailer are slim. (No claims on the 4 legged, long tail variety though). It doesn't hurt too that a 8 foot barbed topped perimeter fence is in place.

[Javi]

I have a very low threshold on my temper and would have gone berserk...

Then after calming down and thinking about it... called the insurance company and ask them how soon I would get my down payment check... :whistling:

[chuckster57]

Sorry for your loss. Hopefully the insurance company acts quickly and to your satisfaction. To those wondering about the mindset of these idiots: there is no remorse or understanding that they did anything wrong, I babysat these people for 29 years.

[Pare]

We used our camper over the Thanksgiving holiday and parked it on November 25th at our rented storage facility. Went by to check on it yesterday and noticed a shoe lace hanging out the back (bathroom entrance) door. Thought that seemed odd. Someone busted in through the back window in the bunks and used it for a night or two. Busted the doors open and used shoe laces to tie the doors shut from the inside. Empty beers cans and cigarette burns throughout. Police felt like it was illegals passing through as they have seen this before. Pretty much trashed the inside and stole the tv. Ate all the food that wasn’t in a can. I guess at this point it’s best that I DIDN’T catch them.... I’m SO pissed!Read thru all the comments, and this sucks for sure. Where was this storage facility?

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[flybouy]

Sorry to hear about your RV break in. I, too, store my Bullet on an outdoor RV storage lot. Been there 2 years without incident. When I signed my lease at that time, the owners of this lot claimed "no break in's" since their ownership over a period of 7 years. I believe them as they are on site practically 23 out of 24 hours each day. I thought they were anal at first but now realize that chances I'll be hosting "unwelcomed" guests in my trailer are slim. (No claims on the 4 legged, long tail variety though). It doesn't hurt too that a 8 foot barbed topped perimeter fence is in place.

The lot where mine was broken into was a u store where the manager lives on site. Well illuminated with 54 cameras inside ad out. Made no difference.

[busterbrown]

The lot where mine was broken into was a u store where the manager lives on site. Well illuminated with 54 cameras inside ad out. Made no difference.

A thief, burglar, or transient can break into (or steal) anything if they want to bad enough. Deterrents are good, camera's do nothing, a physical barrier is the reason I believe why my storage lot is relatively safe. Police presence too as there's a police station close by.

[the sodfather]

Read thru all the comments, and this sucks for sure. Where was this storage facility?

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This is a very new, modern concrete surfaced storage facility with hundreds of storage sheds. Very nice place. Tons of cameras. None of them see my camper...

[the sodfather]

I sure appreciate all the sorrys. We are very meticulous and keep it very clean and organized. I’ve gone over there a couple times to do some cleaning and securing of the window and doors. I’m biting my tongue so as not to say what I really think of these “individuals “ and not get kicked off this forum. I mean seriously, they took a dump in my toilet. Between the cigarette smoke, mostly empty tuna packs and drying turds...��

[earlzach]

I sure appreciate all the sorrys. We are very meticulous and keep it very clean and organized. I’ve gone over there a couple times to do some cleaning and securing of the window and doors. I’m biting my tongue so as not to say what I really think of these “individuals “ and not get kicked off this forum. I mean seriously, they took a dump in my toilet. Between the cigarette smoke, mostly empty tuna packs and drying turds...��I hear ya, you don't need to say it, I know what your choice words may be and your as rift as right can be to feel like that. I am pissed with you!!! I am a hopeful for big change in this country. We just need so many to get on board.

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[JimQ]

I sure appreciate all the sorrys. We are very meticulous and keep it very clean and organized. I’ve gone over there a couple times to do some cleaning and securing of the window and doors. I’m biting my tongue so as not to say what I really think of these “individuals “ and not get kicked off this forum. I mean seriously, they took a dump in my toilet. Between the cigarette smoke, mostly empty tuna packs and drying turds...��

Unfortunately there are animals amongst us who walk upright.

[Tbos]

You sure are taking this well. I hope your insurance steps up quickly!


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[the sodfather]

You sure are taking this well. I hope your insurance steps up quickly!


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My girls feel so violated. (Me too). We are considering having the necessary repairs made and selling it. Maybe buy the same unit and maybe not. One kiddo is off to college this next year. Don’t really need the bunks anymore. We will see...

[MattHelm21]

We are considering having the necessary repairs made and selling it.

I feel for you. I’d be considering exactly the same thing. I’ve never been in your situation but I’d be wondering if after making all repairs, I’d be finding little surprises over the next few months or years. Sorry you have to go through this and I wish you the best of luck with your decision. Hopefully insurance at least makes you whole again.

[Tbos]

My girls feel so violated. (Me too). We are considering having the necessary repairs made and selling it. Maybe buy the same unit and maybe not. One kiddo is off to college this next year. Don’t really need the bunks anymore. We will see...



I think we’d do the same. Don’t know if we could ever feel comfortable in it again.


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[Number 4]

Friends of ours stored their TT in a "secure" lot and some unhinged woman began screaming that her child was in their trailer. The half-brained security guard let her in the LOCKED trailer and she went ballistic smashing and tearing things up. Insurance got things back together but of course there's the deductible and hassle. As for me, our 19FLBE fits juuuust fits on the concrete pad next to our driveway. The neighbors kindly put up with it so I'm thankful it's close by and avoids storage fees. Someone stole the twin 7-gal propane tanks on my previous trailer so my current tanks are locked down, tongue lock is in place, safety chains are padlocked and 6V batteries are kept in the garage. Thankfully campers etiquette seems to be alive and well so nothing has ever been taken from past campsites.

[shirleys545]

I feel for you, the same thing happened to me in 2015. I kept my fifth wheel at what I thought was a very secure storage lot. The thieves came over a 10 ft barbed wire topped fence late at night. They broke into 10 RV's altogether stealing nothing but electronics. As for mine they threw chuncks of concrete thru the picture window in the rear, of course their aim wasn't very good so they damaged the fiberglass. once inside they tore off doors and blinds, went thru all the drawers and stole one tv. All together they did over $5,000 damage. it was very foggy that night so the security cameras picked up nothing but shadows. Insurance took care of it quickly but the repairs took about 2 months to complete. Once again sorry for what happened to you but keep your chin up these things happen.

[the sodfather]

I stopped at a couple of our local RV dealers. Most places I felt the cold shoulder cocky demeanor until I said it was going to be through insurance. Shocker. The last place I went, I discovered I knew one of the sales guys from a camping trip and visiting with one of my neighbors. So that is where I dropped off my TT. The folks there a very nice and sympathetic to my situation. They are gonna get it repaired and professionally cleaned as soon a possible. They said the biggest issue will be having to get the replacement sink from Keystone. Likely 3 weeks minimum.

[Gegrad]

Good to hear you have the repair/restoration lined up. Good luck with it.