7 Chileans Charged in Connection with Travis Kelce, Patrick Mahomes Burglaries

A federal indictment against seven suspects was unsealed Tuesday, revealing they were allegedly part of a series of burglaries targeting high-profile athletes, including NFL stars Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida charged the suspects with conspiracy to commit interstate transportation of stolen property. The criminal complaint, initially filed on Jan. 30, was officially announced Tuesday, adding four more individuals to the case.

The defendants, all from Chile, include Jordan Quiroga Sanchez, 22; Bastian Orellano Morales, 23; Sergio Ortega Cabello, 38; Pablo Zuniga Cartes, 24; Ignacio Zuniga Cartes, 20; Alexander Huiaguil Chavez, 24; and Bastian Jimenez Freraut, 27.

Authorities say the suspects are part of a South American burglary crew responsible for a string of break-ins at the homes of wealthy athletes. If convicted, each could face up to 10 years in federal prison.

High-Profile Athletes Targeted in Multi-Million Dollar Heists

The burglars allegedly stole over $2 million worth of luxury goods, including jewelry, designer bags, and high-end watches. The crimes include:

• Kansas City Chiefs Players: Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes’ Kansas City-area homes were burglarized on Oct. 5 and Oct. 7.
• Milwaukee Bucks Forward: A break-in at Bobby Portis Jr.’s Wisconsin home on Nov. 2 resulted in the theft of nearly $1.5 million in valuables.
• Cincinnati Bengals Star: Joe Burrow’s residence in Cincinnati was burglarized on Dec. 9, with an estimated $300,000 in goods stolen while he played against the Dallas Cowboys.
• Tampa Bay Buccaneers Player: On Oct. 21, burglars stole Rolex watches, jewelry, and a firearm valued at over $167,000 from his home.
• Memphis Grizzlies Player: His home was targeted on Dec. 20 while he was playing a home game.

In some cases, the suspects even posed for photos with stolen safes and luxury items.

Burglary Tourism & Security Concerns

Officials say this case is part of a larger trend of “burglary tourism,” where organized crime rings exploit visa waiver programs to enter the U.S. without background checks. Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer has criticized the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA), saying it allows criminals to repeatedly enter the country under a 90-day pass.

What’s Next?

The FBI, NFL, and NBA have issued warnings to professional athletes about these criminal networks, urging them to increase security measures. Meanwhile, federal and state authorities continue investigating similar burglary sprees affecting celebrities, athletes, and other high-profile individuals.

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