Isla Vista, Calif. – Sheriff’s detectives are investigating a report of a robbery that occurred in the 6800-block of Fortuna Road. On Tuesday, May 18, 2025, at approximately 6:44 p.m., deputies responded to Home Depot for a report of a robbery that had just occurred on Fortuna Road. When deputies arrived, they spoke with two teen-aged juvenile male victims who reported they had just fled to Home Depot after being robbed. The two victims were approached by three to four male suspects who demanded their property. One suspect lifted his sweatshirt and displayed a black handgun tucked in his waistband.  A second suspect brandished a knife and told the victims that he would “kill them.” As the victims attempted to flee, they were physically assaulted by the suspects who stole property from both victims.

The suspects were described as four Hispanic males, unknown ages, and all wearing masks. The suspect who brandished the knife was described as wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt and black “Dickies” style pants. The remaining suspects, including the one who displayed the firearm, were described as wearing black hooded sweatshirts and black “Dickies” style pants.

Deputies checked the area for the suspects, to no avail. The victims did not request medical assistance at the scene.

This investigation remains ongoing and anyone with information is encouraged to contact Sheriff’s Detectives at (805)681-4150. If you prefer to remain anonymous, you can provide information by calling our tip line at (805)681-4171 or online at SBSheriff.org.