Diamondbacks’ Ketel Marte Targeted in High-Value Burglary During MLB All-Star Game

Arizona Diamondbacks All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte was the victim of a "high-dollar residential burglary" at his Paradise Valley home while he was playing in the 2025 MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta. The burglars stole numerous personal items and jewelry after forcibly entering the home, which was unoccupied at the time. This incident is part of a broader pattern of burglaries targeting professional athletes' residences, as many athletes spend extended periods away from their homes, making them attractive targets. The FBI has issued warnings to sports leagues such as the NFL and NBA about organized criminal groups focusing on athletes' homes, with several high-profile players, including Joe Burrow, Travis Kelce, and Patrick Mahomes, also having been targeted recently. Marte, who has been through difficult moments this summer, including emotional harassment at a previous game, experienced a silver lining by contributing to the National League's All-Star Game victory despite the personal loss. Police investigations into Marte's burglary and similar cases are ongoing, emphasizing the need for increased security measures for professional athletes.