String of burglaries rocking LA residential area committed by South American gangs, DA says
A series of organized burglaries in Los Angeles County has been linked to South American gangs, according to the District Attorney. Seven individuals face felony charges for their involvement in at least 20 break-ins across the San Fernando Valley. Authorities warn that these sophisticated crews use advanced tactics to target affluent neighborhoods, leaving residents feeling unsafe in their homes.
- ▪Seven people are facing felony charges in connection with a string of organized residential burglaries in Los Angeles County.
- ▪The burglaries have been described as 'brazen, calculated and predatory' by District Attorney Nathan Hochman.
- ▪Authorities highlight the use of advanced tactics by organized South American theft groups to avoid detection.
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Los Angeles String of burglaries rocking LA residential area committed by South American gangs, DA says DA Nathan Hochman called the crimes 'brazen, calculated and predatory' as crews targeted homes across the San Fernando Valley By Greg Wehner Fox News Published May 20, 2026 10:00pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Former LAPD investigator warns burglars targeting affluent homes across LA Former investigator Moses Castillo explains how burglars are targeting affluent neighborhoods and why these crimes are spreading despite increased patrols.
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