A burglary at a cannabis processing plant in San Luis Obispo County on January 16 led to the arrest of 22 individuals linked to a larger theft ring targeting cannabis facilities across California. Witnesses reported seeing at least seven suspects fleeing with over 500 pounds of marijuana, resulting in an estimated loss of $500,000. Following the incident, a detective from the Sheriff's Cannabis Compliance Team connected the crime to a similar burglary in San Jose, prompting a multi-agency investigation. The California Department of Justice arrested the suspects, primarily members of an Oakland gang, who are believed to be responsible for at least 15 similar thefts across nine counties, totaling over $1 million in losses. The suspects face charges including commercial burglary and organized retail theft. The investigation highlights the ongoing issue of organized retail crime affecting cannabis businesses statewide.