Two Men to be Arraigned in Connection with Break-Ins Targeting Indian Residents of Middlesex County: News Conference Video Watch

WOBURN, Mass.— Two New York men are set to be arraigned in Woburn District Court in connection with a series of highly coordinated residential break-ins targeting Indian and East Asian households across Middlesex County, authorities said.

Marian Ryan confirmed that David Rondon-Castro, 26, and Yeison Ramirez-Garcia, 25, both of Queens, New York, face charges of conspiracy to commit residential break-ins. The charges stem from incidents that took place between June and July 2025 in Woburn, Wilmington, Burlington, and North Reading.

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Prosecutors allege the suspects broke into at least five homes, stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash and jewelry. Authorities say the operation specifically targeted residents based on race and ethnicity, with suspects allegedly believing victims were more likely to possess valuable heirlooms, gold, and cash.

“These types of calculated and sophisticated break-ins have had a chilling effect on our communities,” Ryan said, adding that the impact extends far beyond financial loss.

Investigators described the operation as complex and technologically advanced. According to authorities, the suspects used GPS trackers attached to victims’ vehicles, hidden surveillance cameras placed around homes, and Wi-Fi jammers to disable security systems. They also exercised strict discipline in limiting cellphone use during the crimes to avoid detection.

The investigation, led by the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office in collaboration with the Massachusetts State Police Fusion Center and multiple local departments, involved extensive analysis of license plate data and cellphone records. Officials determined the break-ins were part of a broader, multistate operation spanning Massachusetts and other parts of the East Coast.

Using court-authorized real-time cellphone tracking, investigators traced the suspects to a short-term rental property outside Baltimore. A covert surveillance operation confirmed the location was being used as a base for planning and executing break-ins.

On March 1, law enforcement executed a search warrant at the property, where they recovered a large quantity of equipment, including surveillance cameras, battery packs, Wi-Fi hotspots, and Wi-Fi jammers consistent with those used in the Middlesex County incidents. Rondon-Castro and Ramirez-Garcia were arrested at the scene and later transported to Massachusetts by the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office for arraignment.

A third suspect, Itan Dami Beltran, 26, of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, was arrested separately in New York City and also faces conspiracy charges. He is expected to be brought to Massachusetts for arraignment later this week.

The case involves coordination among numerous law enforcement agencies, including the Massachusetts State Police, several local police departments across Massachusetts and New York, the Baltimore County Sheriff’s Department, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Prosecutors said the investigation reflects an increased effort to counter organized burglary rings using equally advanced investigative methods.

Indian American community leader Samir Desai, whose home in Lincoln was burglarized, said fear continues to ripple through the community.

Indian American community leader Samir Desai, whose home in Lincoln was once burglarized, said fear continues to ripple through the community.

“We are being singled out, and it hasn’t stopped. We are an immigrant community—educated, successful, and often living in good homes. Our culture, celebrations, and jewelry are visible, and that makes us targets,” Desai said. “We are a minority immigrant community, and we are scared. The current political environment is not helping and may be encouraging criminals who think they can get away with targeting immigrants.”

Desai also called on authorities to take stronger action in recognizing the pattern behind the crimes.

“Law enforcement, lawyers, and lawmakers need to take this seriously and classify harassing and robbing Indians as a hate crime,” he said.

He added that members of the community have begun organizing in response.

“We are putting together a task force, starting outreach and writing campaigns, and preparing to advocate more actively to protect our families,” Desai said.

Desai also expressed appreciation for the work of prosecutors and investigators.

“I want to thank District Attorney Marian Ryan and her team for working closely with the community and aggressively pursuing those responsible beyond the initial robberies. I’ve stayed engaged to help keep officials informed and alert the community about ongoing risks.”