Roseville, California – Three teenagers were taken into custody Thursday evening after a reported robbery at a Macy’s store inside the Westfield Galleria in Roseville. Police say the incident involved stolen merchandise, an assault on a store employee, and a coordinated escape attempt that ended in a neighboring city.
Incident overview
According to the Roseville Police Department, officers responded to a call at the Westfield Galleria Roseville around 5:20 p.m. after reports of a robbery involving multiple suspects at Macy’s. Investigators determined that three suspects working together targeted merchandise inside the store before attempting to flee the area.
Police identified the group as one 18-year-old man and two juveniles, ages 16 and 17.
Timeline of events
Officers say the suspects entered the Macy’s store during the early evening hours and began removing items without paying. The stolen merchandise reportedly included clothing, fragrances, and a bag.
When loss prevention employees attempted to stop the group, the situation escalated quickly.
“During the confrontation, one of the juveniles punched a loss prevention employee in the face before the group fled the mall,” police said in a statement.
After leaving the store, the suspects exited the shopping center and drove away in a silver, two-door Honda Civic, according to authorities.
Suspects located in Rocklin
A short time later, officers located the suspect vehicle parked outside Bass Pro Shops in Rocklin. Inside the car, police found all three suspects, along with one unrelated individual who was not connected to the robbery.
All three teens were immediately detained without further incident.
Investigators later discovered that the same group had allegedly stolen a replica rifle from the Bass Pro Shops store shortly before they were stopped. Authorities confirmed that Rocklin police are handling that portion of the investigation separately, as reported in a statement shared by local law enforcement.
Arrests and charges
The adult suspect was identified as Roman Pocklingtonsetter, 18. Police confirmed that all three suspects were arrested on suspicion of:
- Robbery
- Conspiracy
- Organized retail theft
Pocklingtonsetter was booked into the South Placer Jail, while the 16- and 17-year-old suspects were transported to juvenile hall, in accordance with California law.
Key facts at a glance
- Location: Macy’s at Westfield Galleria, Roseville
- Time: Around 5:20 p.m. Thursday
- Suspects: Three teenagers (ages 16, 17, and 18)
- Stolen items: Clothing, fragrances, a bag, and a replica rifle
- Vehicle: Silver two-door Honda Civic
- Charges: Robbery, conspiracy, organized retail theft
Additional context on organized retail theft
Law enforcement agencies across California continue to report a rise in organized retail theft, where multiple suspects work together to steal merchandise and overwhelm store security. These cases often escalate due to confrontations with employees and attempts to flee across jurisdictions, increasing risks for workers and shoppers alike.
Police stress that confronting suspects can be dangerous and advise retail employees to prioritize personal safety while following store protocols.
Conclusion
Thursday’s arrests highlight how quickly retail theft incidents can escalate into violent encounters and multi-city investigations. Authorities say the coordinated response between Roseville and Rocklin officers helped prevent further incidents and recover stolen property.
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