8 arrested in Southern California theft ring bust

(NewsNation) — The Los Angeles Police Department and LA Mayor Karen Bass are expected to announce multiple arrests in a large theft ring bust in Southern California.

Eight people have been accused of breaking into dozens of homes in the area. Authorities have said the group was seeking luxury items.

News of the arrests comes after reports of burglaries at the homes of celebrities like actor Brad Pitt, WWE stars Becky Lynch and Seth Rollins, and "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Teddi Mellencamp.

The arrests will be announced at 8 a.m. PDT; the news conference will be streamed from this story.