Four Men Arrested in Santa Clarita Residential Burglary Investigation
Four Los Angeles-area men were arrested in early May 2026 after authorities say a residential burglary crew targeted homes in Santa Clarita and Thousand Oaks. The investigation involved the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, and specialized enforcement teams working across county lines.
According to law enforcement reports, the suspects allegedly burglarized a home on May 1, 2026, in the 24000 block of Matthew Place in Santa Clarita. Deputies say the suspects left the area in two vehicles before law enforcement conducted a coordinated traffic stop. During that stop, two suspects allegedly ran from one of the vehicles, and deputies arrested three men that day. A fourth suspect was arrested several days later in Los Angeles.
Suspects Identified by Authorities
The suspects identified in public reports are:
- Edisson Boyaca, 27, Los Angeles-area resident – Current Bail $145,000 Dollars includes 2 warrants out of San Bernardino County – Edisson Boyaca LASD Booking
- Owen Rivera-Chacon, 24, Los Angeles-area resident – Current Bail $130,000 Dollars includes 1 warrant out of Ventura County – Owen RiveraChacon LASD Booking
- Christian Sanchez, 26, Los Angeles-area resident – No Current booking info found under this name and age.
- Juan Sebastian Naranjo, 26, Los Angeles-area resident – Current Bail $300,000 Dollars held in Ventura County – Juan Sebastian Naranjo Ventura Booking
CBS Los Angeles reported the four men were arrested for burglary and conspiracy. Ventura County Sheriff’s reporting states that Boyaca, Rivera-Chacon, and Sanchez were booked into a Los Angeles County jail on suspicion of PC 459 burglary and PC 182 conspiracy. Naranjo was later booked in Ventura County on burglary and conspiracy allegations, with bail reportedly set at $500,000.
Editor’s note on the Sanchez name: Some local reporting lists the suspect as Christian Sanchez, while another LASD-distributed local article refers to Christopher Sanchez in the body of the story. Before publishing in final form, the name should be checked against the official booking record or court filing.
Jewelry and Cash Reportedly Recovered
Authorities say the Santa Clarita burglary involved stolen jewelry and U.S. currency. SCVNews, citing a law enforcement press release, reported that stolen property was recovered and returned to the victims. NBC Los Angeles also reported that the suspects allegedly took jewelry and cash from the Matthew Place home.
The case reportedly began with burglaries in the Dos Vientos neighborhood of Thousand Oaks in February and April 2026. Detectives later identified two vehicles believed to be connected to those crimes. On May 1, those vehicles were tracked into Santa Clarita, where authorities say another residential burglary occurred.
Alleged Connection to the South American Theft Group
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has linked the burglary crew to the South American Theft Group, often referred to as SATG. NBC Los Angeles reported that detectives believe the suspects were part of an international burglary group. SCVNews reported that detectives determined the crew was made up of South American Theft Group members.
According to LASD information reported by NBC Los Angeles and SCVNews, SATG crews are described as highly coordinated groups that target affluent residential neighborhoods and commercial locations. Authorities say these groups may use online research, hidden surveillance cameras, rental vehicles, Wi-Fi jamming devices, burner phones, and encrypted messaging to plan burglaries.
Citizenship Status: What Public Reports Do and Do Not Say
Publicly available reports reviewed for this article do not confirm the individual citizenship or immigration status of Boyaca, Rivera-Chacon, Sanchez, or Naranjo. The reports identify the men as Los Angeles-area residents and connect the alleged crew to the South American Theft Group, but they do not state whether any suspect is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, visa holder, undocumented immigrant, or foreign national.
LASD-related reporting says SATG crews “originate from Chile and Colombia,” but that is a general description of the organized burglary group and should not be treated as proof of any individual suspect’s citizenship status unless confirmed by court records, immigration records, or an official law enforcement statement.
Why This Case Matters to Santa Clarita Homeowners
The arrests have raised concern among Santa Clarita, Canyon Country, Newhall, Valencia, and Saugus residents because organized burglary crews often target quiet residential communities. Law enforcement warned that SATG-style burglary crews may look for homes near parks, trails, golf courses, and open-space escape routes, allowing suspects to enter and leave neighborhoods quickly.
Homeowners can reduce risk by using visible security cameras, alarm systems, motion lighting, locked side gates, neighborhood communication, and quick reporting of suspicious vehicles or people. Ventura County officials specifically encouraged residents to install alarms, cameras, and lights and to report suspicious activity to law enforcement.
Bail Bonds and Burglary Arrests in Los Angeles County
Residential burglary is a serious felony in California. A person arrested for first-degree residential burglary may face jail custody, bail, court appearances, and strict release conditions. Co-signers and family members should understand that posting bail does not end the case. The defendant must appear in court, obey all court orders, and remain in contact with the bail bond company.
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