Seven people have been charged with felonies in connection with a surge of organized residential burglaries that has affected the San Fernando Valley and surrounding communities over the past several months.
“These organized burglary crews target hardworking families in the very place they should feel safest, their homes,” Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman said. “The conduct alleged in these cases is brazen, calculated and predatory. These defendants are accused of prowling neighborhoods, smashing their way into homes and stealing from families who were left shaken and violated. If you come into our communities to terrorize neighborhoods and prey on innocent people, law enforcement will track you down and you will be held accountable.”
“The dedicated efforts of our detectives, deputies, and law enforcement partners who worked on this case were instrumental in identifying those responsible, recovering critical evidence, and bringing those responsible to face justice,” said Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert G. Luna. “Residential burglary is more than a crime against property, it is a violation of a victim’s sense of safety, security, and peace of mind. Through strong investigative work, coordinated enforcement efforts, and a shared commitment to accountability, we are sending a clear message: those who target our communities will be identified, pursued, and held accountable.”
“These arrests are the result of strong collaboration with our neighboring law enforcement partners and our shared commitment to protecting the communities we serve,” said Ventura County Sheriff Jim Fryhoff.Read more...
