Public assistance sought by SAPD to I.D. check-cashing robbery suspects

Santa Ana Police Department Advisory: Request public assistance in identifying cash checking robbery suspects-VIDEO AVAILABLE

Since July 2011, seven Orange County check cashing stores have been robbed just before the store opens for the day. Once employees arrive and enter the secured area, two to three suspects drop from a hole in the ceiling they previously cut. In some cases, a handgun was seen. The suspects are described as Black males in their 20’s, 30’s and 40’s.It is believed the suspects “Case” the locations of their crimes prior to the robberies. Be aware of people acting suspicious, or looking at security features of the business.

Police are asking anyone with information about the suspect(s) to call Detective Dan Aguilar (714)245-8443. Can also call OC Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line 855-TIP-OCCS (847-6227) or submit a tip online at www.occrimestoppers.org. Rewards up to $1000.00 for information leading to the arrests of suspect(s).

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Art Pedroza Editor

Our Editor, Art Pedroza, worked at the O.C. Register and the OC Weekly and studied journalism at CSUF and UCI. He has lived in Santa Ana for over 30 years and has served on several city and county commissions. When he is not writing or editing Pedroza specializes in risk control and occupational safety. He also teaches part time at Cerritos College and CSUF. Pedroza has an MBA from Keller University.

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