Two Charged in $290K Smash-and-Grab at San Francisco Dior Store

Suspects Denayaha Duree and Xavier Garcia, both out on bail at the time, face multiple charges after the October burglary involving at least ten individuals.

• The October 11 burglary at the Dior store in Union Square caused $250,000 in damage and resulted in the theft of 66 handbags valued at over $290,000.
• Denayaha Duree, 23, and Xavier Garcia, 20, have been charged with second-degree commercial burglary, grand theft, vandalism, and organized retail theft with intent to sell.
• Duree, a serial shoplifter with a history of theft at luxury stores, faces an additional charge of receiving stolen property.
• Both suspects were out on bail when the crime occurred and are being held without bail due to public safety concerns.
• A preliminary hearing for the case is scheduled for December 24, with authorities emphasizing a commitment to prosecuting organized retail theft.

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