Robbery with Cops arrests 37 people in Ventura County

As the whole world embraces the holiday spirit, Ventura County The Organized Retail Theft Task Force’s “Robbery with the Cops” blitz is making the holiday cheer a little safer.

Authorities in Ventura County, California shared the results of a weekend operation “Robbery with the Police” led to the seizure of drugs and the arrest of 37 suspects, including several juveniles.

“As a result of the operation, 21 adults and 16 teenagers were arrested, nearly $2,000 worth of stolen money was recovered, as well as theft tools and various drugs. fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine“, the statement reads.

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The task force conducted a holiday “blitz” at Pacific View Mall in Ventura last Friday and Saturday.

“This effort highlights the significant shoplifting problems that affect not only the mall, but businesses throughout the county,” the Sheriff’s Department said.

The operation was a joint task force effort with members of the Sheriff’s West County Special Enforcement Unit, the District Attorney’s Bureau of Investigation, as well as members of the Loss Prevention and Asset Protection teams from Target, JCPenney, Macy’s and Allied Security. .

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The sheriff’s office expressed the desire of retailers who are practicing in the county retail theft approach and participate in similar blitz operations in the future.

To participate, call their main line at (805) 383-8703, the statement said.

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The Ventura County Organized Retail Theft Task Force was formed after the Sheriff’s Office was awarded grant funding under the California Retail Theft Prevention Grant Program.