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Suspect in Turlock VFW burglary arrested

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Thieves rammed a gate and pried open a metal door at Turlock VFW Post 5059 on Linwood Avenue early Tuesday. They damaged an ATM and stole two World War II rifles and some alcohol.
Thieves rammed a gate and pried open a metal door at Turlock VFW Post 5059 on Linwood Avenue early Tuesday. They damaged an ATM and stole two World War II rifles and some alcohol. Turlock VFW Post 5059

One of the suspects in Tuesday’s burglary at the Veteran of Foreign Wars in Turlock has been arrested.

Ricky Dean Beets Jr., 32, is charged with burglary and possession of stolen property.

A vehicle Beets was in was stopped by the Oakdale Police Department for a traffic violation and police took him into custody.

The second suspect in this investigation remains outstanding and the Turlock Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying this person.

If the second suspect is seen, do not approach or attempt contact, and contact Turlock Police at (209) 668-1200 for immediate assistance.

Please contact Detective Jason Tosta at (209) 668-5550 ext. 6624, if you have any additional information regarding the second suspect or this incident.

This story was originally published April 8, 2016 at 11:38 AM with the headline "Suspect in Turlock VFW burglary arrested."

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