Business owners in Tierrasanta are feeling the pressure this holiday season as a burglar continues to strike in the area. The latest incidents occurred at the Dairy Queen and Sangucheria restaurants in the 5900 block of Santo Road. The burglar struck at 3 a.m. on Monday, making off with several hundred dollars and a safe from one of the businesses.
Sung Choi, the owner of Edamame Sushi located nearby, expressed his frustration, stating that these incidents have become all too common in the area. This marks the fifth business that police believe the same suspect has targeted in recent weeks.
In previous incidents earlier this month, the thief used a sledgehammer to break into Tierrasanta Mexican Food, Round Table Pizza, and Tutuli Mexican Eatery. Surveillance footage captured the suspect fleeing the scene in a silver sedan with covered license plates. The suspect is believed to be a male between the ages of 20 and 35.
The San Diego Police Department is urging anyone with information to come forward and assist with the investigation. The string of burglaries has left the community on edge, with business owners concerned about the safety of their establishments.
The repeated targeting of businesses in the area has raised questions about the security measures in place and the need for increased vigilance. Police patrols have been stepped up in Tierrasanta to deter any further incidents, but the community remains on high alert.
In response to these recent events, some business owners are considering installing additional security measures such as cameras and alarms to protect their premises. The local community has also come together to support the affected businesses and help them recover from the financial losses incurred.
As the investigation into these burglaries continues, residents are reminded to report any suspicious activity to the authorities promptly. The safety and security of the Tierrasanta community remain a top priority, and efforts are being made to prevent further crimes from occurring in the area.
