Burglar in Rhodes forgets cash during bizarre late-night robbery

A clumsy burglary occurred in Rhodes in the early hours of Sunday, September 20, 2026. Shortly after 04:00, an unidentified individual broke the glass facade of a local shop to gain entry, risking injury as the shards fell upon him. Once inside, the perpetrator located an unlocked cash register containing both coins and banknotes.

The suspect’s attempt at theft was captured by security cameras, showing a series of surreal decisions. While holding a partially eaten sandwich in one hand, the man collected the cash but mistakenly left the paper banknotes behind, exiting the shop with only the coins. After leaving the building, the burglar took a break outside to smoke a cigarette. He eventually realized he had forgotten the banknotes and returned to retrieve them, only to flee a second time while leaving behind his half-eaten sandwich.

The incident has gained public attention due to the perpetrator's unconventional behavior, which was described by local media as resembling a comedy sketch. There are no reports of subsequent arrests, and the investigation remains ongoing following the review of the security footage.