(FOX40.COM) — The Ventura County Sheriff's Department announced the district attorney has filed charges against Raul Jr. Najera, the prime suspect behind a multi-county burglary spree targeting small businesses for California Lottery tickets. • Video above: How to report a public safety threat

"Our law enforcement teams worked closely with local and state partners to identify and apprehend the suspect in this case," the state lottery agency said. "Their collective, thorough investigative work underscores our commitment to the security of our retailers and players, as well as their dedication to our mission."

California Lottery said that this crime wave has been stretching back for years.

Between July 2024 and 2025, the cities of Camarillo and Thousand Oaks were hit with five targeted bu

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