Man Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Tools and Marijuana Plant in Santa Rita

A 40-year-old man, Gregory Pajarillo, has been arrested and charged with two counts of theft after allegedly stealing tools and a marijuana plant valued at thousands of dollars from properties in Santa Rita.

Theft of Tools Leads to Social Media Discovery

Authorities responded to a report from a Santa Rita resident who discovered that hundreds of dollars’ worth of tools had been stolen from his pickup truck. The victim later identified his stolen tools being sold on Facebook. Upon investigation, Pajarillo reportedly admitted to taking the items, stating he needed money.

Surveillance Footage Captures Marijuana Plant Theft

In a separate incident, another individual reported the theft of a marijuana plant worth thousands of dollars. Surveillance footage captured the act, showing Pajarillo attempting to conceal himself from the cameras while taking the plant. He later confessed to the theft.

Prior Conviction and Legal Proceedings

Records indicate that Pajarillo was previously convicted of theft in 2019. The recent charges add to his criminal history, and he is currently awaiting further legal proceedings.

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