On December 16, 2024, detectives from NPD's Special Investigation Unit conducted surveillance at retail stores in Naples, focusing on potential holiday retail theft. At approximately 1400 hours, detectives observed a blue Toyota Corolla with a Florida paper tag at Parkshore Plaza. The male and female occupants, later identified as Franco Guzman and Romina Berriostoro, entered the Burlington Coat Factory with empty bags and an empty backpack. The couple exited 30 minutes later with a full backpack and bags but without any Burlington labeled bags.

Following the investigation, it was revealed that Berriostoro had an active warrant from Orange County for possession of an anti-shoplifting device and retail theft. A traffic stop was conducted and both suspects were arrested. Guzman was found to have an active warrant for possession of an anti-theft device and petit theft out of Broward County. Identification on both subjects indicated they resided in Jacksonville. During a vehicle search, detectives discovered both the backpack and tote bags lined with metal and duct tape to disable anti-theft sensors. The items in the bags were confirmed to have defeated the store's security systems. Additional clothing stolen from Marshall’s was also located.

Berriostoro was charged with failure to appear on an out-of-county warrant and possession of an anti-theft device, while Guzman was charged with Failure to Appear, possession of an anti-theft device, and driving without a valid license. Both suspects are facing further charges related to other retail theft locations. The total amount of stolen items of clothing was $2,361.98. Detectives are working with loss prevention for Burlington and Marshall’s to add additional charges.