Culver City Camera Store Burglary Suspect Cut Hole In Roof

CULVER CITY, CA — A suspect who burglarized a camera store in Culver City by cutting a hole in the roof remains at large, and police Tuesday put out a call for information that helps identify the thief.

The burglary occurred about 10:15 p.m. Sunday at Samy's Camera, located at 4411 Sepulveda Blvd., according to the Culver City Police Department. Authorities say the damage is estimated at $100,000.00.

A witness called officers to report that the suspect was "on the roof of the business, throwing boxes down toward the suspect vehicle, which was idling in the alley," police said.

A perimeter was established and a drone was deployed in an unsuccessful search for the suspect, according to police. No suspect description was available.

Authorities urged anyone with information about the suspect's identity or whereabouts to call the Culver City Police Department at 310-253-6316.

- City News Service and Patch Editor Nicole Charky contributed to this report.

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