In Houston, Authorities Are Toughening Penalties As Warning To Would-Be Looters
Officials have imposed a curfew and stiffened sentences for crimes in the disaster area. Burglarizing a home could mean life in prison. At least 14 people accused of looting have been arrested.
by Merrit Kennedy
Aug 30, 2017
2 minutes
In flooded Houston, with scores of businesses closed and homes evacuated, authorities are sending a message to those thinking of looting or price-gouging: Taking advantage of the situation won't be tolerated.
Police are beefing up security in the wake of Hurricane Harvey over reports of looting. That includes imposing a curfew and stiffening penalties for crimes committed in
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