The SAPD is searching for three men who broke into a home on the Westside

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There has been an increase in residential burglaries, specifically on the Westside of Santa Ana, according to the SAPD.

In one recent incident, on Sunday, February 2nd, at 12:45 p.m., three male suspects broke into a home just minutes after the residents had left.

The suspects forced entry by prying open the side pedestrian door leading to the garage, which triggered the alarm.

While they ransacked the master bedroom, fortunately, no items have been reported stolen at this time.

The suspects, who appeared to be of European descent, fled the scene in a black Honda Pilot SUV.

The SAPD would like to share some important safety tips to help protect you and your loved ones from incidents like this:

  • Be aware of your surroundings, especially when traveling back home from the bank
  • Ensure all doors and windows are securely locked
  • Invest in a home security system
  • Do not open the door to strangers or unexpected solicitors
  • Beware that Organized Theft Groups pose as delivery drivers, construction workers, and salesman to distract the homeowner at the front while additional suspects enter through the rear and enter the residence
  • Remember, report any suspicious activity to Santa Ana PD

Anyone with information on these suspects is asked to contact Detective J. Guidry at (714) 245-8530 or JGuidry@santa-ana.org.

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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.