January 29, 2024 - Amador County Sheriff's Office officials report that on the morning of January 27, 2024, a business owner in Amador City discovered that her store had been burglarized during the night.  The burglar had stolen the surveillance cameras, but not before being captured on video. 

After reporting the crime to the Sheriff's Office and providing the video surveillance footage, the suspect was recognized by deputies.  Later the same day, deputies contacted the suspect and after being confronted with the video evidence, he confessed and returned the stolen property. 

26-year-old Matthew Petty of Amador City was arrested for burglary and possession of methamphetamine and this investigation is ongoing.  Great job to the store owner for planning ahead and installing a quality video surveillance system!

Source & photo: Amador County Sheriff's Office