Suspects Accused of Targeting Homes, Vehicles Amid Mandatory Evacuation Zones
The Santa Monica Police Department officers have arrested 7 individuals in connection with a series of burglary and attempted burglary incidents that occurred last week, including multiple violations of evacuation orders and curfews during the ongoing wildfire crisis. The arrests were made in four separate incidents across Santa Monica.
Traffic Stop Leads to Three Arrests
Date/Time: Wednesday, Jan. 8, 7:50 p.m.
Location: 200 block of 18th Street
Officers responded to a report of a prowler at a residence under construction. They stopped a 2017 Dodge Journey near the scene and arrested three individuals:
- Sergio Antonio Navarro, 28: Drug possession, burglary, and conspiracy.
- Erick Daniel Montoya, 29: Burglary, conspiracy, and an outstanding petty theft warrant.
- David Fabian Alarcon, 27: Drug paraphernalia possession, burglary, and conspiracy.
Stolen IDs and bank cards found in the vehicle were linked to prior burglaries.
Curfew Violation Yields Four Arrests
Date/Time: Thursday, Jan. 9, Evening
Location: 200 block of Euclid Street
Officers stopped a Toyota Camry violating curfew orders. A search revealed ski masks, airsoft pistols, and burglary tools. Arrested were:
- David Michael Ortiz, 18: Burglary and conspiracy.
- Jose Alberto Segura, 17: Burglary and conspiracy.
- Yancarlos Jr. Valdez Ponce, 18: Burglary and conspiracy.
- Junior Abades Montesinos, 18: Burglary and conspiracy.
Residents are reminded to secure their homes and comply with evacuation and curfew orders. The Santa Monica Police Department offers free disaster readiness guides at its headquarters at 4040 Duquesne Avenue.
For additional information, contact the Santa Monica Police Department at (310) 458-8491.
