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Gloversville Today
By the People, for the People
Upstate New York Man Arrested For Selling Stolen Pokemon Cards
A Gloversville man is facing charges for attempting to sell over 100 stolen Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh! cards.
Published on Feb. 26, 2026
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A 29-year-old man from Gloversville, New York has been arrested and charged with criminal possession of stolen property and fostering the sale of stolen goods after he was found with 105 stolen Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh! cards that he was attempting to sell at a location in the town of Malta.
Why it matters
The market for rare and valuable Pokemon cards has exploded in recent years, with some cards selling for millions of dollars. This case highlights the growing demand for these collectible cards and the criminal activity that can arise from it, as well as the need for collectors to be vigilant about purchasing only legitimate cards.
The details
Stashu Roberts was found in possession of 105 stolen Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh! cards that he was planning to sell. He is now facing charges of criminal possession of stolen property in the 3rd degree and fostering the sale of stolen goods.
- On February 26, 2026, Stashu Roberts was arrested for attempting to sell the stolen cards.
The players
Stashu Roberts
A 29-year-old man from Gloversville, New York who was arrested for attempting to sell 105 stolen Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh! cards.
Saratoga County Sheriff's Office
The law enforcement agency that arrested Stashu Roberts for the stolen card incident.
What’s next
Roberts will appear in court to face the charges against him.
The takeaway
This case serves as a reminder that the lucrative Pokemon card market has also attracted criminal activity, and collectors should be cautious when purchasing rare cards to ensure they are legitimate and not stolen.
