In the early hours of Tuesday morning, two businesses in San Fernando Valley fell victim to burglaries, leaving owners devastated and communities on edge. The first target was TekDep, a computer store located in Woodland Hills. Surveillance footage captured a white van pulling up to the back entrance, with suspects quickly ransacking the store and making off with computers and high-end equipment. The owner, David Far, expressed not only the material loss but also the emotional toll of having his sense of security shattered. To add insult to injury, the burglary occurred on Far’s birthday, compounding the heartbreak of the situation.
Shortly after the break-in at TekDep, officers from the Los Angeles Police Department responded to an alarm at Sneaker Hustle, a high-end sneaker shop in Canoga Park. The officers interrupted the burglary in progress, leading to a brief pursuit as some suspects attempted to flee in a white van. Two suspects abandoned the vehicle in an alley and attempted to escape on foot. One of them, identified as 36-year-old Terry Sutton, was apprehended by law enforcement. Sutton, with a lengthy criminal record, remains in custody as the investigation unfolds.
The burglaries at TekDep and Sneaker Hustle are part of a concerning trend in the San Fernando Valley, with other high-end shoe stores falling victim to similar crimes in recent weeks. The van used in the burglaries was found to be registered at an address in Kern County, raising questions about the potential connections between these incidents. Law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation.
The impact of these burglaries extends beyond the immediate financial losses suffered by the businesses. For owners like David Far, the emotional toll of having their sense of security violated is immeasurable. The community is left feeling vulnerable and anxious, as these brazen crimes continue to occur. As businesses work to recover and strengthen their security measures, the hope is that law enforcement will swiftly apprehend all those responsible and bring them to justice.
In the face of adversity, the resilience of these businesses and their owners shines through. Despite the setbacks and challenges they face, they remain determined to rebuild and continue serving their communities. As the investigation into these burglaries progresses, the support and cooperation of the community will be crucial in ensuring that those responsible are held accountable for their actions.