Suspects smash display cases to take guns; inventory underway to determine exact number stolen
Camarillo, California - Burglars drove a stolen car into a gun store in Camarillo, California, on Monday morning and stole an undetermined number of firearms.
According to the Ventura County Sheriff's Office, the incident occurred at around 4:20 a.m. at the Camarillo Gun Store located at 1780 Ventura Blvd.
Burglars Crash Car into Camarillo Gun Store, Steal Firearms
Deputies who responded to the scene discovered a blue Kia sedan had crashed into the storefront to gain access to the building's interior. Shattered glass littered the ground outside the establishment.
Upon entering the store, the suspects proceeded to smash two or three display cases and steal several firearms. The exact number of stolen weapons is still being determined as inventory is being taken.
Burglars Crash Car into Camarillo Gun Store, Steal Firearms
The stolen Kia had been reported missing just hours prior to the burglary, as per the sheriff's office. Authorities believe a second vehicle was utilized as a getaway car.
No suspects have yet been apprehended in connection with the incident, which remains under investigation.
Burglars Crash Car into Camarillo Gun Store, Steal Firearms
* The Camarillo Gun Store is located in a shopping center on Ventura Boulevard.
* Nearby businesses were unaffected by the burglary.
* The stolen firearms are described as a variety of handguns and rifles.
* Local law enforcement agencies are collaborating to identify and apprehend the suspects.
* The Ventura County Sheriff's Office encourages anyone with information about the incident to contact its tip line at (805) 654-9550.
