Hey, congrats on the computer!!!! 😀
I recently moved towns due to a strikingly similar story, except that my laptop is still out in the open somewhere, probably in the hands of a new owner after being pawned off. We tried to track it, but alas...
That feeling you talk about, getting home when you realize someone was in your personal space? I totally feel ya. It's a somewhat indescribable feeling if you've never experienced it yourself, IMO.
Glad to hear you're alright (my thieves were dangerous too, most likely according to the police) and that everything ended well!!! *virtual hugs*