A San Jacinto man is under arrest, accused of stealing skin grafts and medical equipment from several hospitals in Southern California.
Jason Brauner, 47, had been identified as a suspect in an early July theft of medical equipment at a Rancho Mirage medical center. Over three separate incidents in June and July, Brauner is accused of stealing more than $100,000 worth of surgical equipment and skin grafts, wearing blue scrubs and a surgical mask to blend in with hospital personnel, Riverside County Sheriff’s Department said.
Brauner was detained on Aug. 6 by San Diego County Sheriff’s deputies after his vehicle was spotted traveling southbound toward San Diego. Stolen medical equipment and hospital apparel were found inside his car, according to deputies.
Following a search warrant served at Brauner’s San Jacinto residence, additional stolen medical supplies valued between $10,000 and $25,000 were found.
He was arrested and booked on multiple charges, including grand theft, commercial burglary, and possession of stolen property.
