Rocklin homeowner's tip leads to burglary suspect's arrest

From David Richie: Sac Bee

A homeowner's excellent description of a burglary suspect and his vehicle helped Rocklin police make an arrest earlier today.

Rocklin police have investigated at least six burglaries during the past few days where a burglar or burglars got away with numerous items, including jewelry, firearms and a computer, officials said. Burglaries have occurred in the Stanford Ranch area and off Midas Avenue.

During a burglary Wednesday a neighbor spotted the suspicious activity and provided police with the descriptions.

Earlier today, a city animal control officer spotted that vehicle and called the police. They stopped the black Ford 150 with distinctive markings near Pacific Street and Sunset Avenue.

Officers searched the vehicle, recovering property stolen in one of the recent burglaries. They arrested Shaun Alan Sterner, 23, of Lincoln on suspicion of burglary and possession of stolen property.

"The neighbor who contacted us after becoming suspicious of the male subject was instrumental in the arrest," said Lt. Ron Milka, Rocklin police spokesman.