San Francisco Police Arrest 3 in Major Construction Burglary Bust
URGENT UPDATE: San Francisco police have arrested three suspects linked to a string of residential construction site burglaries across the city. The operation, which took place on October 3, follows a month-long investigation into ongoing thefts affecting local builders.
Authorities confirmed that the arrests were part of a targeted effort against organized crime, revealing that the suspects were allegedly switching license plates on vehicles used in the burglaries. Surveillance efforts uncovered their connection to at least four residential burglaries in the Sunset District that morning.
During the operation, officers observed a significant transfer of stolen tools in a parking lot on the 2000 block of Evans Avenue. A subsequent search of the suspects’ vehicles uncovered stolen construction equipment valued at over $4,000, along with various burglary tools.
The suspects have been identified as Oswaldo Antonio Fuentes (49), Daniel Gonzalez (45), and Mario Randofo Pazoz-Cruz (64). All three were booked into the San Francisco County Jail. Fuentes faces multiple charges, including four counts of first-degree burglary and grand theft, while Gonzalez is similarly charged. Pazoz-Cruz is charged with receiving stolen property.
In a compelling statement, Mayor Daniel Lurie expressed gratitude to the police, asserting, “We’re not going to tolerate this behavior. We’re going to come after you if you continue to commit crimes.”
As of now, Fuentes and Gonzalez are being held without bail, with their next court appearances scheduled for October 17. This operation underscores a significant commitment from local law enforcement to combat rising burglary rates, ensuring the safety of San Francisco’s construction industry.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.
