California Busts Major Cannabis Theft Ring in 'Operation Sticky Fingers'
Nearly two dozen suspects arrested in coordinated raids targeting dispensaries across nine counties.
- Authorities seized approximately 1,000 pounds of cannabis worth $1 million.
- The thefts involved sophisticated, organized criminal schemes rather than simple shoplifting.
- Oakland Police and multiple agencies collaborated in the months-long investigation.
- Suspects face charges including organized retail crime, commercial burglary, and grand theft.
- Santa Cruz County will handle the centralized legal proceedings for the case.