Many criminals are simply not-so-bright people on what is likely to become the most embarrassing day of their life. Here's a daily look at some of the world's least competent crooks for September, October and November of 2008.
For the latest, here's the current Dumb Crime Du Jour.
Oct. 13: Xanax Hitmen
St. Lucie County jail
A woman from St. Lucie, Fla. and her sonare accused of plotting to kill two men for their inheritance and offering anti-anxiety pills as down payment for the hit.
Oct. 14: Retriever Can't Be Retrieved
A Polish woman faces five years in jail for taking her ex-boyfriend's golden retriever for a walk and never returning.Oct. 15: Granny Runs Down Purse Snatcher
A 68-year-old British grandmother didn't sit still when a 15-year-old ran off with her purse. She caught up to the kid, grabbed him by the collar, and made him drop the bag, which contained about $200 and a present she'd just bought for her boyfriend.Oct. 16: Tampa's Batman Busted
Tampa Police Department
Police warned a 21-year-old Tampa man not to wear his batman mask on the streets at night. This Dark Knight posted $500 after arrest, and police kept his costume as evidence.
Oct. 17: No Candy
Division of Parole and Probation
Maryland sex offenders are being ordered to post signs for trick-or-teaters: "No Candy at this residence." "Halloween provides a rare opportunity for you to demonstrate to your neighbors that you are making a sincere effort to change the direction of your life," a letter to child sex offenders states.
Oct. 18: Lucky Rabbits Foot
A Wisconsin woman said her pet rabbit woke her up as an intruder tried to enter her home. The bunny's thumping sounded an alarm, she started screaming, and the would-be burglar ran out the back door.Oct. 19: Dog Poo Politics
Minnesota police say a man dumped dog feces on his neighbors lawn because he posted a McCain-Palin sign on his lawn -- and the man "hates McCain."Oct. 20: Toilet Paper Assault
A 38-year-old man from New York was charged with assault after allegedly hitting his girlfriend in the eye with a roll of toilet paOct. 21: Juiced Up
Maricopa County Sheriff's Office
Scott Boe, a 24-year-old man from Arizona, is charged with breaking into a home for the express purpose of charging his cell phone. Now, he's the one being charged -- with second-degree burglary.
