Saratoga residents fall victim to theft by false pretenses
Briefly

The article outlines criminal incidents reported in Saratoga, highlighting significant cases like theft by false pretenses resulting in a $500,000 loss due to fraudulent loan promises. A case of serious bodily injury caused by battery was also reported, illustrating the violent trends occurring. Additional incidents include vandalism, petty theft of mail, and shoplifting. The community is facing issues ranging from scams to violent assaults, prompting concerns about safety and security in the area.
A Saratoga resident reported losing about $500,000 due to a scam where a suspect falsely promised a loan for commercial property.
An investigation revealed a suspect caused serious bodily injury by kicking a victim who later sustained a concussion.
On June 21, deputies responded to an assault where the suspect was booked into juvenile hall for battery causing serious bodily injury.
Theft by false pretenses involved a resident signing a property deed to avoid bankruptcy, leading to an unknown financial loss.
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