Hemet police arrested one person and seized five firearms, hundreds of rounds of ammunition and drugs after a burglary investigation at an America’s Tire store led officers to search a residence, authorities said Thursday.
The investigation began Oct. 23, when officers responded to a burglary at America’s Tire on West Florida Avenue, where several people entered the business and stole merchandise, according to the Hemet Police Department.
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Surveillance video from the business and Flock automated license plate reader cameras helped authorities identify a vehicle matching the suspect vehicle near the burglary scene. The information led investigators to a residence, where officers served a search warrant the following day.
During the search, officers recovered stolen merchandise, five firearms, approximately 445 rounds of ammunition and drug paraphernalia.
Police also seized approximately 10 pounds of marijuana, 109 grams of THC wax, 10.47 grams of methamphetamine and 30 boxes of psychedelic mushroom bars.
Investigators also found evidence indicating drug sales, police said.
One person was arrested and booked into Riverside County Jail.
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The investigation remains ongoing as police work to identify the remaining suspects.