Crime & Safety

Moorpark Police Arrest 9 in Connection With Arms Theft

The alleged crime took place Thursday.

Moorpark patrol deputies, detectives and the special enforcement unit responded on Thursday to a burglary call on Darlene Lane wherein eight 14 and 15-year-olds took two firearms and other items, according to a statement issued by the Ventura County Sheriff's Department.

Upon arriving to the area, the law enforcement officials established a perimeter, apprehended the juveniles and took them to the Moorpark Police Department for questioning, where their investigation led to the arrest of an additional minor, the statement said.

All the stolen firearms were recovered at or near the scene of the crime.

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Eight of the juveniles were citedd and released to their legal guardians and one was booked into juvenile hall.

The investigation is ongoing and the police request anyone with information contact the department or Crime Stoppers, where callers may remain anonymous. Call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477.

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