Keanu Reeves finally recovers valuables taken in 2023 break-in

The FBI has returned several high-value items stolen from Keanu Reeves’ Los Angeles home during a 2023 jewelry heist.

The agency confirmed the recovery in a press release issued Tuesday noting that Reeves, 61, sent a handwritten letter expressing his appreciation.

“It is with profound gratitude and appreciation that I am writing this letter,” Reeves began, before thanking the agencies involved in the investigation and adding, “Thank you so much for all your effort, dedication, professionalism and cross-border cooperation. My warmest regards, Keanu.”

Chilean authorities previously announced on July 29 that they would hand over the recovered property, which included six luxury watches.

Among them was an engraved Rolex Submariner valued at more than $9,500, contributing to a total estimated worth of $125,000, according to Chile’s robbery investigation squad.

Chilean prosecutors said Reeves identified the watches as the same ones taken from his home in December 2023. CNN had reported that the items resurfaced in eastern Santiago in December 2024, when authorities apprehended a suspect linked to a series of “violent robberies.”

Akil Davis, assistant director in charge of the FBI’s Los Angeles Field Office, highlighted the teamwork behind the recovery. 

“This case is a perfect example of the excellent international cooperation we enjoy with our Chilean counterparts and our local partners at Los Angeles Police Department,” he said.

The FBI noted that the burglary was tied to “South American Theft Groups,” described as “criminal organisations from South American countries who travel to the United States and other nations to commit theft.” The agency said it is “actively investigating multiple SATG-linked crimes.”

Reeves met with FBI personnel and a Chilean PDI officer in New York in August to reclaim the items. LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell said the case demonstrates that “crime today knows no borders,” adding that the recovery shows organized theft groups “will be pursued wherever they operate.”