Los Angeles robber leaves a note of apology, explaining that drugs cost too much

There is a new etiquette when it comes to theft in Los Angeles…polite thieves who steal and show remorse.

There have been 10 robberies in the city of San Fernando in recent nights, and police believe there is only one culprit and that he is as rich as the thief.

The thief targets businesses and in at least one case left a note of apology… and a promise to never return.

The robber wrote: “Sorry. I need money for drugs, I won’t be back.”

Politeness aside, the robber wasn’t all that nice. One business owner told FOX 11 in Los Angeles that the robber left broken glass everywhere. He also smashed the cash register. He took the bills, but left the coins, which were scattered everywhere.

That same night, he robbed another business and security cameras captured him writing the note.