Jeremy Fagan, 30, was arrested at The Market on Main early Tuesday morning after Placerville police responded to a burglary in progress at the local establishment on Main Street. Officers arrived at the scene around 4:50 AM and discovered Fagan inside the business with clear evidence of forced entry.
🚨 Burglary Arrest 🚨
— Placerville Police (@placervillepd) August 14, 2025
8/13/25 ~0450 hrs: PPD responded to The Market, 585 Main St, for a burglary in progress.
Suspect: Jeremy Fagan, 30, found inside w/ broken window & scattered items.
Damage est. $4K–$6K.
Booked: 459 PC & 594(b)(1) PC.
Bail: $45K. pic.twitter.com/CZOLm2Q1pC
According to MapQuest, The Market on Main offers a variety of goods and services to the community, from fresh produce to artisan crafts. The business, located at 585 Main Street, operates with limited hours and remains closed Mondays and Tuesdays, making the early morning timing of the alleged break-in particularly notable.
Police found a broken window and items scattered throughout the premises, with damage to the property estimated between $4,000 and $6,000. Fagan was booked on charges of 459 PC (burglary) and 594(b)(1) PC (vandalism causing $400 or more in damage), with bail set at $45,000.
Crime Context in Placerville
This arrest occurs amid mixed crime trends in the Placerville area. According to CrimeGrade.org, Placerville receives a "C" grade for safety, meaning it ranks safer than 44% of cities but less safe than 56% nationwide. The city has a crime rate of 25.99 per 1,000 residents in a typical year.
AreaVibes reports that violent crime in Placerville has increased by 35%, while property crime has decreased by 25% year over year. Property crimes, which include burglary, petty theft, and motor vehicle theft, give residents a 1 in 69 chance of becoming a victim.
Impact on Local Business
The Market on Main has built a reputation in the community for its welcoming atmosphere and variety of offerings. Customer reviews on Yelp praise the establishment's friendly service and note the welcoming treatment of both customers and their pets, with the business serving as both a local market and gathering place for downtown Placerville residents.
The swift police response demonstrates the department's commitment to protecting businesses along the historic Main Street corridor. As noted on the City of Placerville website, the police department is "committed to providing the highest quality of service to our community while constantly improving the quality of life our community desires and deserves," with 20 sworn officers and 11 professional staff serving the area.
The Placerville Police Department encourages anyone with information about this incident to contact them at (530) 642-5280. The investigation remains ongoing as the community continues to support local businesses affected by crime.
