3 Computer Thieves Tracked Down With Built-In Security Software

WESTCHESTER (CBS) — Police say they've tracked down three people who stole nine computers from the Open Charter Magnet School in Westchester thanks to built-in security software.

The computers were stolen between March 9 and 10 at the campus, 5540 W. 77th St., according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

"The suspects were unaware that the computers were equipped with security software," police said. "Once (a) computer was turned on and connected to the Internet, it monitored and recorded their location via GPS. It additionally (took) photographs of the user."

LAPD detectives tracked down one of the suspects on March 12 and the investigation led them to two others.

The suspects' names have not been released and its unclear if they have been arrested.

Four of the computers were recovered.

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