ORLANDO, FL - Five individuals suspected of being members of the Tren de Aragua gang are facing charges related to a string of retail thefts in Central Florida. According to law enforcement, the suspects allegedly participated in organized schemes to steal merchandise from various stores.
The arrests followed an investigation into a pattern of thefts reported across multiple counties. Authorities believe the suspects are connected to the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, known for its involvement in various criminal activities.
Details from police interviews have emerged, including reports that one of the suspects was visibly upset and crying during questioning. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the full extent of the group's operations and identify any additional accomplices. The charges against the five suspects include grand theft, organized retail theft, and other related offenses. If convicted, they could face significant prison sentences.
Tren de Aragua: 5 Suspects Charged in Florida Retail Theft Ring
Five individuals, believed to be associated with the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, have been arrested and charged in Central Florida. The charges stem from a series of organized retail thefts across the region. One suspect was reportedly seen crying during a police interview. Law enforcement officials are continuing their investigation into the full scope of the theft ring.