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

*The Sims 4* has been a beloved franchise for years, and with each update, it brings back elements that fans have missed. One such nostalgic return is the Burglar, now known as Robin Banks, reintroduced in the February 25, 2025, update. Here’s a detailed guide on how to find and catch this infamous character in *The Sims 4*.

How to Find the Burglar in The Sims 4

A familiar face from the early *Sims* games, the Burglar Sim, now called Robin Banks, is back to her old tricks of breaking into homes and swiping valuables. Players can only encounter her in the dead of night when she attempts her heists. Although sightings are rare, you can increase the chances of her visiting your home by activating the new Lot Challenge, Heist Havoc. This challenge not only makes the Burglar more likely to appear but also causes alarms to malfunction, heightening the risk of her getting away with the loot.

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How to Catch the Burglar in The Sims 4

If your Sims are fortunate enough to wake up during the Burglar's visit, there are several ways to apprehend her. The simplest method is to call the police, who are now back in *The Sims 4* and ready to take her into custody. For those who prefer a more hands-on approach, Sims can physically confront Robin Banks, with fitter Sims having a higher chance of success.

Additionally, there are specialized defenses you can employ, including installing a Burglar Alarm. Here are various methods your Sims can use to defend their home, 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 have a range of options from confusion spells to full-on transformations. (Requires: The Sims 4 Realm of Magic Game Pack)
• Servos can use their defense matrix to zap the Burglar into place. (Requires: The Sims 4 Discover University Expansion Pack)
• Scientists can immobilize her with the Freeze Ray. (Requires: The Sims 4 Get to Work Expansion Pack)
• Vampires can take a quick bite before commanding the Burglar to leave. (Requires: The Sims 4 Vampires Game Pack)

And that’s how you can find and catch the Burglar, aka Robin Banks, in *The Sims 4*. If you’re interested in more gameplay tips, check out 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.