California targets smash-and-grabs with $267 million program aimed at ‘brazen’ store thefts

Published September 15, 2023 4:51 PM

By TRÂN NGUYỄN
Associated Press

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California will spend $267 million to combat smash-and-grab robberies that have plagued businesses and luxury stores in the state. The grants will be distributed to 55 local law enforcement agencies and district attorney’s offices. The money will help create investigative units, increase police foot patrols, purchase new surveillance technology and equipment and fund special units in district attorney’s offices dedicated to prosecuting these crimes. Retailers in California have been the targets of brazen smash-and-grab flash mobs in recent years. Gov. Gavin Newsom says tackling such thefts is a priority for his administration.

Article Topic Follows: AP-National

Jump to comments ↓

Associated Press

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

ABC 17 News is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.