The quiet neighborhoods of Newport Coast are often perceived as safe havens, but recent events have shattered that illusion. A home invasion robbery that turned violent has left the community reeling and raised critical questions about safety in affluent areas. Two men, allegedly involved in this brazen act, faced grave charges as they carried out their plan, armed with weapons and tools intended for restraint.
According to authorities, Andrew Miguel Rosas, 24, was one of the suspects who entered the gated community in the early hours, aiming to commit a robbery. This incident not only highlights the potential dangers in seemingly secure neighborhoods but also underscores the evolving landscape of crime that can strike anywhere, regardless of affluence.
As we delve deeper into the incident, we will explore the details surrounding the home invasion, the actions of the suspects, and the broader implications for community safety. This series of events serves as a poignant reminder that crime can infiltrate even the most exclusive areas, leaving a lasting impact on residents and law enforcement alike.
Two men accused of taking part in a home invasion robbery of a Newport Coast mansion that ended in gunfire this week were armed with a firearm, zip ties, and a rope, according to Orange County Superior Court records.
Authorities allege that Andrew Miguel Rosas, 24, was one of the men who entered the gated community on Vista Luci early that morning intending to commit a robbery. Rosas, of Pomona, along with another man who has not been identified, were wearing dark clothing and masks when they were dropped off at the home, according to court papers.
Rosas, who was arrested Tuesday, is facing charges of first-degree burglary, first-degree robbery, carrying a loaded firearm in public and conspiring to commit a crime, all felonies. He has not yet entered a plea.
Newport Beach police were summoned to the $5-million luxury estate on Vista Luci at 4:45 a.m. Tuesday by a 911 call reporting a home invasion in progress.
The caller told authorities that one of the residents shot a suspect while he was inside the home. The injured man and another suspect fled, police said.
When officers arrived, they found Rosas, who had gunshot wounds, lying in the street, police said. A handgun was nearby.
A second suspect was later found in bushes near the home with what police described as a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The Orange County Sheriff’s Department has not released the person’s name because it hasn’t been able to notify next
