Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crime-spree

noun

/kraɪm spriː/

Definition

A series of crimes committed in quick succession by the same individual or group.

Examples

The suspect was arrested after a week-long crime spree that included theft, vandalism, and carjacking.
The police are on high alert following the recent crime spree in the neighborhood.
During the notorious crime spree, the gang managed to evade law enforcement for several days.

Meaning

A crime-spree typically refers to a situation where someone engages in multiple criminal acts over a short period, often without a break between the events.