Bay Area Cops Bust Major Retail Theft Ring

0:00It's April 20th. This is California News Today, your AI-powered local news. Bay Area cops just busted a major retail theft ring hitting stores from Northern California to Nevada, linked to over 100 smashing grab jobs, investigated rated spots in San Jose and pulled out more than $83,000 in stolen gear from spots like Home Depot, TJ Maxx, and Burlington Think Fresh Clothes and Tools packed in bags. This all blew up after a bold hit at a South Bay Macy's and now local leaders of pushing Governor Newsom hard for extra cash to fight back against. These crews, four suspects got nabbed and booked on charges like organized retail theft, conspiracy, and receiving stolen goods, with Sheriff's Deputy saying, 16 people total were in on over 80 heists, some multiple times a day. Sheriff's Office vows they ain't let nup, keeping the heat on anyone praying on local businesses as the push for tougher laws ramps up across the region.