San Bernardino Man Arrested for $1,000 Ulta Beauty Heist

UPDATE: A man has been arrested for stealing $1,000 worth of merchandise from an Ulta Beauty store in Hesperia, San Bernardino County. Authorities identified the suspect as Jerome Willis, 33October 1, store employees reported a theft at the Ulta Beauty location in the 12700 block of Main Street. Witnesses stated that Willis entered the store, filled his cart with high-value items, and left without paying. He fled the scene in a Chevy Traverse SUV, prompting an immediate alert to law enforcement.

The following day, deputies from the Victorville Sheriff’s Station spotted Willis’ SUV during an unrelated investigation. A search of the vehicle revealed the stolen merchandise from Ulta Beauty, leading to his arrest on the spot.

No further details have been released regarding the specific items stolen or Willis’s motives. The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department is urging anyone with additional information about the incident to contact Deputy Je. Sanchez at 760-947-1500. Anonymous tips can be submitted to We-Tip at 1-800-782-7463 or online at wetip.com.

This incident highlights ongoing concerns about retail theft in the area, with local businesses increasingly becoming targets for thieves. Residents are reminded to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to authorities.

Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.