Livermore Police Make Arrests for Organized Retail Theft, DUI, and Narcotics

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Livermore police reported multiple arrests last week related to organized retail theft at the Livermore Outlets, as well as a DUI stop that uncovered heroin, fentanyl, and other narcotics packaged for sale.

Why it matters

Organized retail theft and drug-impaired driving are ongoing public safety concerns in the Livermore area, with the Outlets being a frequent target for organized theft rings and the opioid crisis continuing to impact the region.

The details

In one incident, police were called to the True Religion store at the Livermore Outlets after a suspect set off the security alarm upon exiting. Officers detained 38-year-old Josh Lastro of Modesto and found he was in possession of stolen merchandise, burglary tools, and was charged with organized retail theft. In a separate incident, officers pulled over a driver, 22-year-old Lester Silvaerazo of Oakland, who they allege was under the influence of drugs. A search of his vehicle uncovered cannabis, heroin, and fentanyl packaged for sale, leading to charges of DUI and drug possession/sales.

• The retail theft incident occurred on an unspecified date last week.
• The DUI and narcotics arrest took place on an unspecified date last week at the intersection of First and Scott streets in Livermore.