A second car has hit Uncle Ikes Capitol Hill pot shop struck in second smash and grab burglary targeting same store in three days

A second smash-and-grab burglary occurred at Uncle Ike’s cannabis shop in Capitol Hill early Sunday, just days after a similar incident. Eight thieves crashed a stolen Hyundai Elantra into the store, stealing cannabis products before fleeing in multiple stolen vehicles. Police arrived at the scene around 2:45 AM but did not pursue the suspects due to safety concerns. The store had previously closed over the weekend following a Friday incident where a vehicle was intentionally reversed into the shop. The ongoing thefts highlight vulnerabilities in the cannabis industry, which operates primarily on cash transactions due to federal restrictions.

Local shop owners have reported that while security practices have improved, the combination of valuable products and rising car thefts continues to attract criminals. The Reef, another local pot shop, recently reopened after enduring significant damages from a prior burglary. These incidents raise concerns about the safety and security of cannabis retailers in the area.