5 Arrested For Vehicle Burglary, Catalytic Converter Theft In Laguna

LAGUNA BEACH, CA — Five San Bernardino residents were arrested Sunday and face charges of vehicle burglary, vandalism and more, the Laguna Beach Police Department reported.

Officers were called on Sunday, Oct. 29 and 3:41 a.m. to the 100 block of Mountain Street in Laguna Beach in response to a vehicle burglary.

Upon arriving, officers found the suspect vehicle with five suspects inside near Canyon Acres Drive and Laguna Canyon Road. A felony traffic stop was placed on the vehicle, authorities said.

The investigation that followed revealed multiple items of contraband, including stolen mail and catalytic converters inside the vehicle.

The five suspects were taken into custody for vehicle burglary, possession of a controlled substance, violation of parole, vandalism, possession of burglary tools and conspiracy.

“This was an outstanding team effort by our dispatchers and patrol team resulting in the arrest of five suspects trying to victimize our residents.” LBPD Chief Jeff Calvert said. “We appreciate our vigilant community who immediately notified us of the initial crime.”

Residents with information about the incident were asked to call 949-497-0701.