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Novato police look for 2 suspects in series of burglaries
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Aaron Tolentino , KRON4 (KRON-TV)
· July 22, 2026
· 1 min read
(KRON) -- Authorities are looking for two suspects involved in a series of commercial burglaries in Novato, according to the Novato Police Department. Police said two suspects (pictured below) stole more than $70,000 worth of items from a construction site. Police said the thefts happened through...
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Key takeaway Police said two suspects (pictured below) stole more than $70,000 worth of items from a construction site.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The string of commercial burglaries in Novato puts a spotlight on the city's ongoing efforts to balance growth and public safety. As new construction projects spring up around the city, they can become attractive targets for thieves looking to exploit vulnerable sites. The fact that these thefts occurred over several months suggests a level of brazenness and potentially a lack of effective security measures at the construction site. The Novato Police Department's pursuit of the two suspects will be closely watched by local business owners and residents, who are eager to see perpetrators brought to justice and measures taken to prevent future incidents. The $70,000 worth of stolen items is a significant loss, and the community will be looking for assurances that law enforcement is working to prevent such crimes and protect local businesses.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: KRON4 (KRON-TV) ·
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