South American Theft Groups
Coverage of South American Theft Groups in the Nexus archive.
- String of burglaries rocking LA residential area committed by South American gangs, DA says
Seven people face felony charges for organized residential burglaries across Los Angeles County, with at least 20 break-ins linked to South American theft crews operating in the San Fernando Valley. The sophisticated criminal operations use surveillance, disguises, and jamming devices to target affluent neighborhoods. Byron Gonzálo Sáez Sotomayor faces 15 counts of first-degree residential burglary for allegedly burglarizing 18 homes between January 2025 and May 2026.
- FBI Announces Nationwide Crackdown on South American Theft Groups
The FBI announced a nationwide coordinated operation to investigate burglaries targeting professional athletes' homes, involving multiple jurisdictions and South American theft groups. This crackdown represents a significant law enforcement effort to combat organized residential theft.