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Man allegedly returned Lego boxes stuffed with pasta to Target stores

Melina Khan USA Today
Apr 23, 2026
14 hrs ago

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A Southern California man’s alleged “brick” hustle has landed him behind bars after police say he pulled off a bizarre pasta-filled scam targeting LEGO sets. According to the Irvine Police Department, 28-year-old Paramount resident Jarrelle Augustine was arrested Tuesday following an investi…

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A California man faces theft charges after he allegedly purchased Lego sets from Target and returned them with pasta inside, according to police.

Police say Jarell Augustine of California allegedly purchased Lego sets from Target and then returned them with pasta inside. — Police say Jarell Augustine of California allegedly purchased Lego sets from Target and returned them with pasta inside.
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