7 teens arrested during smash-and-grab burglary at Sunvalley Mall in Concord, police say

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Tuesday, October 7, 2025
7 teens arrested during burglary at Concord mall: police

CONCORD, Calif. -- Seven people were arrested in Concord early Sunday morning after allegedly burglarizing the Sunvalley Shopping Center, according to police.

Just before 4 a.m., security at the mall contacted police about a burglary in progress. A large group of suspects forced entry into glass doors, busting one down.

A smashed in glass door can be seen at the entrance of Sunvalley Shopping Center in Concord.
A smashed in glass door can be seen at the entrance of Sunvalley Shopping Center in Concord.
Concord Police Department

Officers arrived and apprehended three suspects; four took off in a vehicle, leading to a police pursuit. The driver lost control and crashed, then jumped out and fled on foot. The three suspects left in the car were all arrested. The driver was located a short distance away, hiding in bushes and taken into custody.

One suspect was allegedly found to be in possession of a firearm with modifications that made it an assault weapon.

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There are no outstanding suspects and all are facing an extensive list of allegations, the Concord Police Department said.

Six juvenile boys, all from San Pablo and Richmond, were booked at the Contra Costa County Juvenile Hall and an 18-year-old from Richmond was booked at the Martinez Detention Facility.

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