Three Arrested After Carpinteria Cannabis Farm Burglary

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Three suspects were arrested following an early-morning burglary at a Carpinteria cannabis farm that led to a multi-agency manhunt, two vehicle crashes, and a temporary shelter-in-place order for residents. A handgun was recovered from one of the overturned vehicles, and authorities believe additional suspects remain at large and should be considered armed.

Why it matters

The incident highlights the ongoing security challenges faced by the legal cannabis industry, which remains a target for criminal activity despite increased regulation. The multi-agency law enforcement response and temporary shelter-in-place order also underscore the potential for such incidents to disrupt local communities.

The details

The incident began around 2:57 a.m. on Wednesday, February 4, when deputies responded to a report of a burglary in progress at a cannabis farm in the 4500-block of Foothill Road in Carpinteria. The suspects fled the scene in several vehicles, leading to a high-speed chase that resulted in two crashes. Deputies were able to detain two suspects at the scene of the first crash, where a handgun was recovered from the overturned vehicle. A third suspect became combative and was taken into custody after a deputy deployed a Taser. Authorities believe additional suspects escaped and remain at large, and they have urged the community to remain vigilant.

• The incident began around 2:57 a.m. on Wednesday, February 4.
• The first vehicle crash occurred shortly after on Foothill Road and Santa Monica.
• A second related crime scene was established when deputies found an abandoned vehicle near Foothill Road and Cravens Lane.
• The shelter-in-place order was issued as a precaution and lifted around 5:30 a.m.
• The investigation is ongoing.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The judge will determine whether to grant bail for the three suspects arrested in the incident.