A suspect in various car thefts across San Bernardino County involving an unmarked white tow truck taking cars was arrested Thursday, Jan. 22, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department announced.

Andy Joel Bonilla, 30, of Colton was identified by the sheriff’s department as a suspect in the thefts, which have occurred over the past several months. He was arrested at a residence on the 900 Block of Ellen Street in Colton, the sheriff’s department said.

Investigators said they found stolen cars and components at the residence.

Authorities found evidence of thefts outside of San Bernardino County and believe there are other suspects who worked with Bonilla to commit the thefts.

The sheriff’s department asked anyone with information related to the case or who may have been victimized by Bonilla to contact Detective B. Ortiz or the San Bernardino County Auto Theft Task Force at 909-387-3970.

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