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Bay Area Man Arrested in Multi-City Burglary and Fraud Investigation

Christopher Britton, 34, is in custody as authorities uncover evidence linking him to school break-ins and a series of property crimes across seven jurisdictions.

Five law enforcement agencies in the Bay Area joined together in the arrest of a Fairfield man suspected of credit card fraud in connection with a string of burglaries spanning several counties.

Overview

  • Christopher Britton, a 34-year-old Fairfield resident, was arrested on April 25 in connection with a string of burglaries, identity theft, and credit card fraud in the Bay Area.
  • The investigation began after thefts at two Lafayette schools earlier in April, where multiple credit cards were stolen.
  • Detectives from Lafayette coordinated with Vacaville, Dublin, Danville, and Marin County law enforcement to execute search warrants at three residences.
  • Authorities seized significant evidence during the searches, which they believe is linked to the ongoing investigation into related property crimes.
  • Britton remains held in Marin County Jail as the multi-agency investigation continues, with police seeking public assistance for additional tips.