Most of the times, the burglar will arrive late at night, when Sims are asleep. Occasionally though, he may appear when Sims are still awake. When he arrives, time will automatically be set at the slowest speed, playing one of the two "danger themes." If Live PIP is enabled, a popup box on the lower-right of the screen with an image of the burglar and text saying "Burglar!" will appear. Build and buy modes are disabled until the burglar is finished with the theft and is beginning to leave. If the family has a baby, there is a chance that he may take the baby with him. The burglar will spend his time stealing as many items as he can and escape before the cops arrive. If the police come after the burglar has escaped, they can't reimburse the loss. If they do, however, catch the burglar, the