Banning PD Arrests Suspected Burglar

Banning PD Arrests Suspected Burglar
Originally Published By: Banning Police Department Facebook Page

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“On 09/07/22, at approximately 8:49 AM, the Banning Police Department’s Community Service Officer responded to the report of a residential burglary in the 5000 block of Nectar Drive, in the City of Banning. It was discovered that overnight, a subject gained entry into the residence by crawling under a partially open garage door, while the residents were asleep inside. The residence was equipped with home security cameras and the suspect was captured on camera.

On 09/09/22, at approximately 2:01 PM, a Banning Police Patrol Officer located a subject matching the suspect’s description in the area of Highland Springs Avenue and Wilson Street. The subject was identified as 23-year-old, Joseph Flores Jr. of Beaumont. Flores Jr. was discovered to be on California Department of Corrections (CDC) Parole for burglary, and was positively identified as the suspect by reviewing security video.

Patrol Officers were assisted by members of the Detective Bureau and served a search warrant on a residence associated with Flores Jr., in the 1400 block of Black Diamond Trail, in the City of Beaumont. During the execution of the search warrant officers located stolen property, including the laptop stolen from Nectar Drive.

Flores Jr. was booked into Larry D. Smith Correctional Facility for violation of 459 PC – Burglary and 3056 PC – Parole Violation.

The Banning Police Department recommends homeowners use good lighting and security cameras to protect their homes. Quality equipment can help deter thieves, identify suspects, and recover valuables should they be stolen.”

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