EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Five people were recently arrested after a shoplifting suppression operation at the Eastlake, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office.
The Sheriff’s Office says they conducted the multi-day operation at the Eastlake Marketplace located at 13381 Gateway West.
As a result of the operation, the following individuals were arrested for theft-related offenses:
- Trent Bettencourt, 25 – theft of property at Ulta Beauty and Dollar Tree < $850 – $2,000 bond
- Mia Celeste Gonzalez, 20 – theft of property at Ulta Beauty < $100 – $500 bond
- Brian Matthew James, 44 – theft of property at Burlington < $100 – $1 bond
- Isaac Gonzalez, 35 – theft of property at Ulta Beauty < $750 – $1,500 bond
- Vanessa Negrete, 43 – theft of property at Ulta Beauty < $750 – $1,500 bond
“With the holiday season approaching, we want to remind the public that theft is not a
victimless crime—it impacts our local businesses, employees, and community as a
whole,” said Sheriff Oscar Ugarte. “Our deputies and detectives will continue working
closely with retailers to deter criminal activity and ensure shoppers feel safe while visiting
El Paso County stores.”
The Sheriff’s Office will continue proactive operations throughout the season to prevent
and address theft-related crimes.
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