By Sara Beth Williams–
A 34-year-old man was arrested Tuesday on charges of burglary and possession of burglary tools after stealing more than $90,000 in merchandise from a business inside the Sunrise Mall.
Citrus Heights Police said officers responded to a burglary alarm around 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 19 from a business located inside the Sunrise Mall, according to a post on the department’s social media page. Upon arrival, officers discovered a broken exterior window and several broken glass jewelry display cases inside the store. Police confirmed Friday morning that the burglary occurred at JCPenney inside the Sunrise Mall.
According to the release, Sunrise Mall security personnel were able to provide officers with suspect information. Officers then located an individual leaving the area on foot who matched the description of the suspect. The suspect, later identified as Gregory Billman, was carrying a large suitcase and had “fresh cuts and blood” on his hand, according to police.
Upon inspection, officers found over $91,000 in stolen jewelry inside the suitcase and Billman was placed under arrest. The stolen merchandise was returned to the business, police said.
Sacramento County Main Jail records show Billman was later released on Nov. 21. Police said Billman is a resident of Auburn.
