On February 7th, 2024, at approximately 4:45 PM, Colton police officers responded to reports of a theft that had just occurred in the 1000 block of North Mt. Vernon Ave in the city of Colton. Upon arrival, patrol officers contacted WSS employees; It was determined that (3) male juveniles entered the business, stole approximately $2500 in merchandise, and fled the business on foot. Colton PD Detectives were notified and responded to assist with the investigation. At approximately 5:55 pm, Colton police officers and detectives developed investigative leads which led them to believe the suspects were in Rancho Cucamonga. San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department (Rancho Cucamonga PD) and SBCSD Aviation Unit were contacted and responded to assist. The suspects were contacted in the 8200 blk of East 9th Street in Rancho Cucamonga. The suspects were detained without incident and later transported to Colton PD for processing. Investigators recovered the stolen merchandise from a vehicle at the above location. The Colton Police Department will be continuing the criminal investigation. If anyone has any further information on this case, they are encouraged to call Detective Anthony Jaeger or Sergeant Shawn McFarland at (909) 370-5000.
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