How To Find & Catch the Burglar (Robin Banks) in The Sims 4

*The Sims 4* has been delighting fans for years with its innovative updates and nostalgic callbacks. One such thrilling return is the Burglar, now known as Robin Banks, reintroduced in the February 25, 2025, update. If you're eager to encounter and thwart this cunning thief, here's a detailed guide on how to find and catch her in *The Sims 4*.

How to Find the Burglar in The Sims 4

A beloved feature from the early *Sims* games, the Burglar Sim, now named Robin Banks, makes a dramatic return to break into your Sims' homes under the cover of night. She aims to swipe valuable items before anyone can react. Although her appearances are rare, you can increase the chances of her visiting your home by activating the new Lot Challenge called Heist Havoc. This setting not only boosts the likelihood of a burglary but also causes alarms to malfunction, making it more challenging to stop Robin Banks in her tracks.

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How to Catch the Burglar in The Sims 4

If you manage to catch Robin Banks in the act, there are several strategies to apprehend her. The most straightforward method is to call the police, who are now back in *The Sims 4* and ready to arrest this elusive criminal. For those who prefer a more hands-on approach, your Sims can engage in a physical confrontation with Robin Banks. Sims with higher fitness levels stand a better chance of winning these scuffles.

Additionally, there are specialized defenses available to protect your home and catch the Burglar. Installing a Burglar Alarm is a proactive measure. Here are other effective methods to defend against Robin Banks, as outlined by the developers of *The Sims 4* (via Variety):

• Have a dog? They’ll chase the Burglar right out. (Requires: The Sims 4 Cats & Dogs Expansion Pack)
• Werewolves can intimidate the Burglar into leaving. (Requires: The Sims 4 Werewolves Game Pack)
• Spellcasters? They’ve got everything from confusion spells to full-on transformations. (Requires: The Sims 4 Realm of Magic Game Pack)
• Servos can zap the Burglar into place with their defense matrix. (Requires: The Sims 4 Discover University Expansion Pack)
• Scientists can use the Freeze Ray to immobilize them. (Requires: The Sims 4 Get to Work Expansion Pack)
• Vampires, of course, might take advantage of the situation for a quick warm-blooded snack before commanding the Burglar to leave. (Requires: The Sims 4 Vampires Game Pack)

And that’s how to find and catch the Burglar, aka Robin Banks, in *The Sims 4*. If you’re looking for more tips, here’s how to break and repair a broken object in *The Sims 4* Blast from the Past event.

*The Sims 4 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*