Police arrest two Hesperia men in connection with 11 burglaries – VVNG.com

HESPERIA, Calif. (VVNG.com) — Hesperia Police recently completed an investigation that linked two suspects to 11 burglaries in the area. The suspects, Matthew Forsberg 42, and Kristofer Simpson40, were arrested after detectives in Hesperia executed several search warrants.

Examination details

On June 14, 2024, detectives from the Sheriff’s Gangs/Narcotics Division, which handles shoplifting, assisted in the ongoing investigation. Additional evidence was discovered at several locations linking the suspects to the burglaries. Subsequently, warrants were approved by Ramey for the arrest of Forsberg and Simpson.

Matthew Forsberg arrested

On June 19, 2024, Forsberg was located at a business in the 17000 block of Main Street in Hesperia. He was arrested for PC459, Burglary, and PC182(a)(4), Conspiracy to Defraud Property. Forsberg is currently being held at the High Desert Detention Center with bail set at $350,000.

Kristofer Simpson arrested

That same day, Simpson was found in a home in the 14200 block of Gateside Court in Victorville. He was also charged with PC459, burglary, and PC182(a)(4), conspiracy to commit property fraud. Simpson is being held in the same jail with bail set at $500,000.

Background and impact on the community

The investigation is part of a broader initiative by the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department to combat the rising number of thefts at retail stores. These crimes are often committed by organized groups, causing increasing concern among the community. The initiative, known as Operation SMASH & Grab, aims to reduce these incidents by targeting shopping districts in Rancho Cucamonga, Apple Valley, Hesperia, Victorville and Chino Hills.

County support and public assistance

To support these efforts, the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors has approved additional funding for enhanced law enforcement services with the goal of improving the quality of life for residents and reducing crime in the affected communities.

Anyone with relevant information about this case is asked to contact Detective D. Lopez at the Hesperia Police Department at (760) 947-1500 or the Sheriff’s Dispatch at (760) 956-5001. Anonymous tips can be submitted through the We-Tip hotline at 1-800-78CRIME (27463) or through the We-Tip website at www.wetip.com.

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