FOLSOM – After a multi-day investigation, Folsom Police have arrested a suspect suspected to be connected to several burglaries in the Lexington Hills neighborhood, aided by video footage obtained during the investigation.
Throughout the week, the Folsom Police Department’s Community Service Officers (CSO) responded to numerous reports of burglary, vandalism, and suspicious activity in the Lexington Hills area. Social media posts from residents also described a suspicious individual frequenting homes in the neighborhood.
Investigators collected video evidence that was shared across the department. A patrol officer recognized the suspect from previous encounters, identifying him by his distinct tattoos. This key piece of information was passed along to the department’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU).
Thursday afternoon, SIU detectives served a search warrant at a residence on the 1100 block of Blue Ravine Road. They arrested 30-year-old Matthew Harris of Folsom. Harris was booked at the Sacramento County Main Jail on charges of felony burglary, vandalism, and petty theft. Specifically, he faces two counts of burglary under California Penal Code 459, one count of vandalism under PC 594(A), and three counts of petty theft under PC 488.
“This is just one example of how the many units within our agency work together to solve cases,” the Folsom Police Department said in a statement. “Based on the circumstances of this investigation, we believe there may be other victims. If you see this person on your home security cameras, please reach out to our communications center at 916-355-7231.”
Authorities are urging any residents who may have footage of Harris to come forward to assist in the investigation.
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