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LA Times Today: How Legos went from humble toy to criminal black market item fueled by L.A. heists

LA Times Today: How Legos went from humble toy to criminal black market item fueled by L.A. heists

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Legos have been entertaining people young and old for nearly 100 years. From theme parks to Lego movies, the plastic blocks have transcended the play room. But – as the value of certain collectible Legos rises – the bricks have become a hot target for thieves.

L.A. Times enterprise reporter Daniel Miller told Lisa McRee about the Lego black market.

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