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They cased, they plotted, they struck, police say. But crackdown nabs 7 Valley burglary suspects

LA Times · May 20, 2026, 11:51 PM · Also reported by 1 other source

Key takeaways

  • Seven people have been charged in connection with a surge in residential burglaries in the San Fernando Valley carried out by “brazen, calculated and predatory” crews of thieves, authorities said.
  • The suspects are accused of participating in at least 20 home burglaries, making off with wallets, high-end handbags, watches, jewelry and more, according to the L.A.
  • “These defendants are accused of prowling neighborhoods, smashing their way into homes and stealing from families who were left shaken and violated,” said Dist.

A suspected San Fernando Valley burglar was caught on video. Seven people have been arrested in a surge of thefts in the region over the last few months. (Los Angeles County district attorney’s office) By Clara Harter Staff Writer Follow May 20, 2026 4:51 PM PT 4 5 min Click here to listen to this article Share via Close extra sharing options Email Facebook X Linked In Threads Reddit Whats App Copy Link URL Copied! Print 0:00 0:00 1x This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here.

Seven people have been charged in connection with a surge in residential burglaries in the San Fernando Valley carried out by “brazen, calculated and predatory” crews of thieves, authorities said.

The suspects are accused of participating in at least 20 home burglaries, making off with wallets, high-end handbags, watches, jewelry and more, according to the L.A. County district attorney’s office.

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