Following a residential burglary at a local church in the City of Thousand Oaks, law enforcement has reportedly apprehended a suspect. The incident, which transpired on September 22, initiated a swift response from Thousand Oaks Patrol Deputies upon receiving a burglary report. According to a news release by Senior Deputy Robert Curiel, the suspect, identified as 50-year-old Bladimiro Dominguez of Reseda, CA, allegedly forced entry into a residence housed within the church's premises and purloined property.
Investigators tasked with the case employed covert surveillance alongside investigative tools and identified Dominguez as the culprit. On October 22, detectives from the East County Special Enforcement Unit located and detained Dominguez in the City of Sherman Oaks. "Dominguez was taken into custody without incident," a statement from the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office indicated. His bail has been set at $50,000, and he was scheduled for a court appearance at the Ventura County Superior Court on October 24.
The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, in light of the current events, advised residents to install alarms, cameras, and lights to discourage criminal activities and implores everyone to report any suspicious endeavors in their neighborhoods. They stress the importance of vigilance and proactive measures in the fight against residential burglaries.
For those looking to contribute to the safety of their community, Ventura County Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest and criminal complaint in the case. Tipsters can maintain their anonymity and are encouraged to reach out to Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477) with any relevant information. The official announcement of the arrest was made on October 23, with the news release available for public view.
