Minneapolis lounge hit by brazen burglary as thieves steal safe in minutes

A Minneapolis business, Lush Lounge and Theater, was targeted by burglars who stole a safe. Three men broke in and escaped with the safe in under four minutes. The incident has raised concerns but has not stopped the venue’s planned events. The burglary at Lush Lounge and Theater involved three individuals. They forced their way inside, took the safe, and fled after kicking it down a flight of stairs. Despite the theft, the bar’s staff continued with their Pride weekend celebrations as planned.

Prosecutors have now charged one man in connection with this and other burglaries. Police suspect the same group may be linked to 15 other break-ins across the metro area. DNA evidence from the scenes is being processed, and authorities anticipate further arrests soon.

The Lush community has shown strong support for the bar and its owners after the incident. However, the owners have not recovered any of the stolen money from the safe. Investigations are ongoing, with police working to identify and apprehend the remaining suspects. The case highlights a wider pattern of burglaries in the Twin Cities. Authorities continue to gather evidence to secure further charges.