CARLSBAD, Calif.— On June 26, 2025, Carlsbad Police Department detectives arrested 36-year-old Roger Hoover, a resident of Oceanside, following a months-long investigation into a series of burglaries, mail thefts, and identity theft incidents that occurred in the city of Carlsbad.
Detectives identified Hoover as a suspect in multiple ongoing cases, including attempts to fraudulently use stolen credit cards. A search warrant was served at his residence in Oceanside, where investigators recovered numerous items of evidentiary value connected to open Carlsbad Police Department investigations.
In addition to the case-related evidence, officers discovered a large quantity of mail believed to have been stolen from victims across San Diego County.
Hoover was booked into the Vista Detention Facility on twenty-three felony charges and three misdemeanor charges related to identity theft, burglary and vandalism, based on the evidence collected and the number of victims identified.
The investigation is ongoing in coordination with the San Diego District Attorney’s Office. Detectives from the Carlsbad Police Department will continue efforts to identify and reach out to potential victims as the investigation allows. The department is also working with regional law enforcement partners to share information and support related investigations. We remain committed to holding offenders accountable and protecting the community through thorough investigations and strong interagency collaboration.
For more information
Alonso DeVelasco, Property Crimes Unit Lieutenant, Alonso.develasco@carlsbadca.gov
Police media contact
Denise Ramirez, Public Information Officer, denise.ramirez@carlsbadca.gov
