Crime & Safety
Twin Brothers Arrested For Theft Spree In East County
The brothers were booked into San Diego Central Jail on suspicion of multiple felony charges, including grand theft and conspiracy.
EL CAJON, CA — Police arrested twin brothers for a series of thefts in San Diego's East County, authorities said Wednesday.
Ali Ahmed and Shuaib Ahmed, 28-year-old twins, were accused of stealing more than $3,000 in merchandise from Ulta Beauty in El Cajon, according to the El Cajon Police Department. Five separate thefts happened between Jan. 23 and Feb. 24.
The brothers were also accused of stealing $700 in merchandise on Feb. 24 from JCPenney in El Cajon, police Sgt. Kevin Reilly said.
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The brothers were booked Monday into San Diego Central Jail on suspicion of multiple felony charges, including grand theft and conspiracy. During Shuaib Ahmed's arrest, officers found drugs intended for distribution, so he also faces charges of possession of drugs for sale, Reilly said.
"It is worth noting that both Ali and Shuaib Ahmed have extensive arrest records related to theft-related crimes, with Shuaib Ahmed currently on probation for burglary," Reilly added.
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