The Santa Monica Police Department’s Crimes Against Property Unit is investigating a series of residential burglaries. The primary suspect is the head of a Gypsies group operating in the Southern California area.  The crimes range from staged traffic accidents to residential burglaries by deception or trickery.  The suspects often pose as contractors, gardeners, utility company employees, or even relatives of neighbors.  The suspects will distract the victim while a co-suspect enters the victim’s residence to steal money or jewelry.

The wanted suspect is identified as Michael Adams, AKA Michael Ross,  Male, White, 25 years of age, 508, 220 pounds, having black hair and brown eyes.

The suspect’s vehicle is described as a large pick-up or SUV but often change vehicles. 

Anyone with information is encouraged to call Detective Bambrick at 310.458.8932 or the Watch Commander’s Office at 310-458-8426. Callers who wish to provide anonymous information may also call the We-Tip national hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463).  Callers with information that leads to an arrest and conviction become eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.