Suspects caught stealing 500 pounds of avocados
Avocados were estimated to be worth between $3,000 and $5,000
– San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office deputies, along with members of the sheriff’s rural crime unit, responded to a report of two men actively stealing avocados from a ranch in rural Nipomo on July 11.
When deputies arrived, they located the suspects along with approximately 500 pounds of stolen avocados. The avocados were estimated to be worth between $3,000 and $5,000. Theft of avocados from this ranch has been an ongoing issue.
The suspects were arrested and booked into County Jail. Wilson Carrero, 38, of Santa Maria was arrested for felony grand theft, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of a controlled substance. Baltazar Garcia, 40, of Santa Maria was arrested for felony grand theft.
The sheriff’s office is committed to investigating agriculture crimes. Victims of rural crime can contact the sheriff’s office at (805) 781-4550.
