Redlands police are warning of an organized burglary ring that they believe is responsible for hundreds of residential burglaries across Southern California, and is now targeting Redlands.
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The Redlands Police Department released home surveillance footage Tuesday, showing a trio of burglars meandering outside a home, then shattering a glass door panel to enter the home. The group appears to have their own uniform, wearing the same light-colored pants and hooded sweatshirts with backpacks.
Detectives believe the organized team may belong to the South American Theft Groups.
Several homes have been hit over the last couple of weeks in Redlands and there is a pattern as many of the residences are adjacent to open spaces, like hillsides and trials, and are burglarized during the afternoon and evening hours, between about 3 to 7:30 p.m.
The Redlands Police Department has seen a rise in residential burglaries throughout the city over the past two weeks. Detectives believe those responsible may belong to the South American Theft Groups (SATG's), a group that is suspected of committing hundreds of burglaries across Southern California. Several residents in the City of Redlands, who have fallen victim to these crimes, have been targeted during the afternoon and early evening hours: 3PM-7:30PM. Several of these homes back up to open lots/trails/beltways and hillsides. Entry has been made through rear doors by either window smash or door kicks. The burglars are known to have "lookouts" in vehicles near the residence and operate with two or more people. It should be noted that these suspects may try to blend in, often wearing construction vests, backpacks, face coverings and/or carrying construction equipment. RPD would like to remind residents to stay vigilant and report suspicious activity. If you see something, SAY SOMETHING! Please contact our Dispatch Center at 909.798.7681. Please provide the best description possible, including suspect and vehicle description(s) and direction of travel if a vehicle is seen leaving the area. (The videos pictured are from actual Redlands residential burglaries.)
Posted by Redlands Police Department on Tuesday, February 6, 2024
The burglars are known to have lookout vehicles near the residence, and wear clothing to fit in, such as construction vests, backpacks, face coverings or carrying construction equipment.
Redlands police are asking residents to be on the lookout and report any suspicious activity at (909) 798-7681.
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