Burglars Crash Car into Gun Store, Steal Firearms in California

Burglars crashed a car into a gun store in Camarillo, California, and stole firearms from inside. The incident happened Monday morning at about 4:20 a.m. at the Camarillo Gun Store located at 1780 Ventura Blvd., the Ventura County Sheriff's Office wrote on Facebook.

Burglars crashed a car into a gun store in Camarillo, California, and stole firearms from inside, according to officials.

The incident happened Monday morning at about 4:20 a.m. at the Camarillo Gun Store located at 1780 Ventura Blvd., the Ventura County Sheriff's Office wrote on Facebook.

Burglars Crash Car into Gun Store, Steal Firearms in California

Deputies responded to the scene and found a blue Kia sedan had crashed into the storefront to gain access to the inside of the building, leaving shattered glass on the ground.

Several burglars then exited the vehicle and smashed two or three display cases to steal the guns. The exact number of guns stolen is unclear at this time, as inventory is being taken.

Burglars Crash Car into Gun Store, Steal Firearms in California

The Kia was confirmed to have been stolen just hours before the burglary, according to the sheriff's office.

The sheriff's office said a second vehicle is believed to have been used as a getaway vehicle to flee the scene.

Burglars Crash Car into Gun Store, Steal Firearms in California

No suspects have been taken into custody in connection with the burglary.

The incident remains under investigation.

* The burglars were seen fleeing the scene in a dark-colored sedan.

* The stolen Kia was later found abandoned in Oxnard, California.

* The Ventura County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in identifying the suspects.

* Anyone with information about the burglary is urged to contact the Ventura County Sheriff's Office at (805) 654-9511.

The burglary of the Camarillo Gun Store is a reminder of the importance of securing firearms from theft. Gun owners should take steps to protect their firearms from unauthorized access, such as storing them in a locked safe or gun cabinet.