Police arrest two burglary suspects caught in the act. 
Last Sunday evening around 7 pm, two San Leandro Police Detectives were conducting undercover surveillance at the San Leandro Marina when they on-viewed two suspects burglarizing a parked vehicle. The suspects broke the window to the victim's vehicle, took a bag from the back seat, and fled the area in their vehicle. The entire crime took place in a matter of seconds. SLPD Officers eventually pursued the suspect vehicle into Oakland and took the suspects into custody after their vehicle became disabled. The stolen items were recovered.
These types of crimes are not new to the area. Over the past few months, SLPD has seen an increase in reported auto burglaries occurring at the San Leandro Marina. These crimes have taken place specifically in the areas in front of the various marina restaurants and hotel. The suspects target these locations due to travelers and business people frequenting the area. In most cases, laptops, backpacks, and purses are stolen after a car window is smashed.
In an effort to curb these crimes, SLPD has increased police patrols and have provided education to both the public and businesses. In addition, SLPD detectives have been out conducting proactive surveillance at this location and other areas in town hit hard by property crimes.
"The arrests of these two suspects is critical to our message," said Lt. Isaac Benabou. "We must make a strong and assertive point that we will not tolerate thieves choosing to commit these crimes in our community. These two individuals may not be solely responsible for all of our burglaries, but it’s a message to other would be thieves."
The suspects, both identified as Richmond residents will appear in court tomorrow as their case will go before the Alameda County District Attorney for charging.
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San Leandro, CA 94577
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