Hesperia Man Arrested After Stealing $1,000 in Ulta Beauty Heist

URGENT UPDATE: A man from Hesperia, California, has been arrested for allegedly stealing $1,000 worth of merchandise from an Ulta Beauty store. The suspect, identified as Jerome Willis, 33, was apprehended after a swift investigation by the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.

On October 1, store employees reported a retail theft at the Ulta Beauty location on Main Street in Hesperia. Witnesses stated that Willis entered the store, filled his arms with products, and fled the scene without paying. He was last seen driving a Chevy Traverse SUV.

The following day, deputies from the Victorville Sheriff’s Station spotted Willis’ vehicle while conducting a separate investigation. Upon searching the SUV, they discovered the stolen items from Ulta Beauty, leading to his immediate arrest.

Authorities are continuing their investigation and are asking anyone with additional information about the case to contact Deputy Je. Sanchez at the Hesperia Station, phone number 760-947-1500. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to We-Tip at 1-800-782-7463 or online at wetip.com.

This incident raises concerns about retail theft in the area and highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat such crimes. Stay tuned for further developments as this story unfolds.