2 repeat theft offenders arrested at Home Depot: Tehachapi PD [Video]

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Two alleged repeat theft offenders were arrested after a call for service at the Home Depot in Tehachapi Tuesday afternoon, according to the Tehachapi Police Department.

Tehachapi officers were dispatched to the Home Depot around 1:55 p.m. after the store’s loss prevention recognized two repeat theft offenders for theft that happened in Antelope Valley.

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Officers contacted the two suspects, one from Los Angeles and the other from Lancaster, according to police. The suspect from Los Angeles had a no-bail warrant for parole violation.

Police say the suspect from Los Angeles was found in possession of concealed knives, a BB gun, a ‘Billy Club’ and a ‘Slungshot.’

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The suspects were allegedly preparing to steal more items, according to police. Both had previously been served trespass notifications for all Home Depot locations.

Both were detained at the scene.

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