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Sheriff: Suspects Stole $10 Million From Southern California Home Depot Stores

Authorities have arrested 14 suspects allegedly connected with the largest retail theft case in Home Depot history.
Sheriff: Suspects Stole $10 Million From Southern California Home Depot Stores
Authorities in Ventura County, Calif., have arrested 14 people connected with $10 million in theft from Southern California Home Depot stores in August 2025. Ventura County Sheriff's Office
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Authorities have arrested 14 suspects they allege stole $10 million in electrical equipment over several years in near-daily trips to Home Depot locations throughout Southern California, Ventura County officials announced on Aug. 26.

The theft ring is the largest organized retail theft case in Home Depot history, Ventura County Sheriff Jim Fryhoff told reporters.
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Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.