Suspects Arrested for Organized Retail Theft 

July 16, 2026 – Riverside County Sheriff's Office officials report that on July 14, 2026, deputies from the Cabazon Sheriff's Station responded to a theft in progress in the 48000 block of Seminole Drive after suspects were observed leaving a store with approximately $1,000 worth of stolen merchandise.

Through a coordinated effort involving Cabazon Station Patrol deputies, the Cabazon Special Enforcement Team, and security personnel, all three suspects were quickly located and detained. During the investigation, deputies determined the suspects had stolen merchandise from approximately seven separate businesses. The total value of the stolen merchandise exceeded $2,000.

The three suspects were identified as 47-year-old Arelene Rodriguez, 42-year-old Guillermo Gonzalez, and 44-year-old Juan Ramirez, residents of Chula Vista. All three suspects were arrested and booked into the Smith Correctional Facility for organized retail theft, multiple counts of theft with prior convictions, and conspiracy to commit a crime. This is an ongoing investigation, and no further details are available.

The Riverside County Sheriff's Office remains committed to working closely with our retail partners to identify, apprehend, and prosecute individuals who target businesses in our communities. Organized retail theft drives up costs for consumers, impacts local businesses, and will not be tolerated.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is encouraged to contact Deputy Rael at the Cabazon Sheriff's Station at (951) 922-7100.

Reporting Supervisor: Sergeant Josh Button

File # B261950021

Source: Riverside County Sheriff's Office