Five Arrested in Southern California Burglary Ring Posing as Amazon Drivers

Five individuals were arrested by the Irvine Police Department for their involvement in a transnational organized burglary ring that targeted homes across Southern California, including an Easter Sunday break-in in the Great Park neighborhood. The suspects disguised themselves as Amazon delivery workers to gain access to homes, as captured by home security cameras during the Irvine incident when a family was out for brunch. The arrest followed a months-long investigation that began after officers stopped a suspicious vehicle linked to a burglary, leading to the identification and surveillance of the group. The suspects, all from the Fontana and Colton areas, were charged with burglary, conspiracy, and narcotics possession, with stolen property from the Irvine burglary found during searches. Police believe the group is responsible for multiple burglaries throughout the region, highlighting the organized and deceptive nature of their criminal activity. The arrests were made after a coordinated operation in Fontana, marking a significant breakthrough in dismantling this criminal network.