Los Banos police arrest teen allegedly tied to string of burglaries
Los Banos police have arrested an 18-year-old for his alleged connection to a string of burglaries in Merced County.
Julian Garcia recently was taken into custody after tips led to an investigation by Los Banos police detectives, according to a police Facebook post.
During the investigation, Garcia was found in possession of several items confirmed as stolen property. A photo provided by police shows smartphones, watches, sunglasses, wireless earbuds and a handgun.
Police believe he may be connected to seven open burglary cases in the Los Banos area.
The investigation remains ongoing as detectives continue working to identify additional victims.
Anyone with additional information on the case or other recent burglaries is asked to call Detective Barrera at 209-827-2532.
