Rick Pitino's Office Burglarized, Memorabilia Stolen

St. John's University head coach Rick Pitino's office was burglarized on Tuesday, August 20, and several items were stolen, including a ceremonial sword and a bullhorn. The NYPD has released surveillance footage of two suspects and is asking for the public's help in identifying them.

St. John's University head coach Rick Pitino's office was burglarized on Tuesday, August 20, and several items were stolen, including a ceremonial sword and a bullhorn.

According to a statement from the university, the burglary occurred at approximately 8 p.m. in an office in the Athletics Department. The university is assisting the NYPD in the ongoing investigation.

Rick Pitino's Office Burglarized, Memorabilia Stolen

The NYPD has released surveillance footage of two suspects accused of burglarizing Pitino's office. The suspects are described as two men, one wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and the other wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt.

Pitino, who is in his second season as head coach of the St. John's men's basketball program, made light of the situation on social media, joking that an expensive bottle of wine was among the items stolen. He later clarified that the bottle is being stored safely for when St. John's reaches the Final Four.

Rick Pitino's Office Burglarized, Memorabilia Stolen

Pitino is a Hall of Fame coach who has won NCAA championships at Kentucky in 1996 and Louisville in 2013. He also spent time in the NBA, coaching the New York Knicks from 1987-1989 and later the Boston Celtics from 1997-2001.

The burglary of Pitino's office is a reminder that even the most high-profile individuals are not immune to crime. It is important to take steps to protect your belongings, such as installing security cameras and locks.

Rick Pitino's Office Burglarized, Memorabilia Stolen

Anyone with information about the burglary is asked to contact the NYPD.