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Gay-owned pizzeria in Dupont Circle burglarized
Summary by LGBTQ News Editorial Desk Lou Chibbaro Jr. , as published by Washington Blade
· August 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The amount stolen was reported to be around $78.
A recently opened pizza shop was targeted by a burglar. The incident occurred at a business owned by a gay couple, who have since released a video showing the break-in. Money was taken from a cash register after the suspect smashed a door and climbed over a bar to access it.
The amount stolen was reported to be around $78. The owners of the shop have expressed gratitude for community support following the incident. A police report has been filed, classifying the incident as a burglary.
Further details about the break-in and investigation are available from the source.
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Category: safety Published: August 24, 2026 Source: Washington Blade Reading time: 1 min
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