Elk Grove Police twart Xmas decoration Grinches

If any Grinches existed in Elk Grove during this Holiday season, Elk Grove Police did their part to limit their damage early Sunday morning.

According to police reports, officers were dispatched to the 8900 block of Laguna Vista Court to investigate a disturbance. Upon arrival, officers discovered two suspects, 18-year old Clinton Mayhew and 19-year old Anthony Hernandez, both of Elk Grove, had been detained by a witness who observed the duo attempting to steal outdoor Christmas decorations. 

Upon investigation, officers discovered stolen decorations in the suspects car along with, surprise, an open container of alcohol. Officers also determined the suspects had been drinking and driving prior to their decoration heist.

The duo were arrested and transferred to the county jail and the Christmas decorations were recovered.