Four Arrested After Armed Robbery and Assault at San Jose Hotel on Santana Row

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Armed Robbery and Assault Reported Outside Santana Row Hotel

Authorities in San Jose have arrested four men in connection with an armed robbery and assault that took place in July 2026 outside a hotel located on the 350 block of Santana Row. The incident involved seven male suspects and resulted in the assault of two victims and the theft of personal belongings from three adults.

Details of the Incident

The San Jose Police Department reported that the robbery occurred shortly after midnight on July 23, 2026. Three adults, upon entering the hotel, were confronted by seven suspects. One of the suspects reportedly displayed a firearm, and two of the victims were assaulted during the encounter. The group of suspects then stole the victims’ personal belongings before making their getaway in multiple vehicles, according to authorities.

Criminal Investigation Leads to Multiple Arrests

Robbery detectives used automated license plate reader technology to track down the vehicles connected to the incident. Through this investigation, they were able to identify all seven suspects involved in the robbery and assault. On October 21, 2026, with the help of several law enforcement units, detectives arrested four men in the city of Lathrop. The arrested suspects were identified as Rahib Hameidi, George Iraola, Juan Guillermo-Silva, and Jesus Correa.

Firearms Recovered and Charges Filed

During searches of the suspects’ residences, law enforcement recovered four firearms as part of the ongoing criminal investigation. The four men taken into custody were booked into the Santa Clara County Main Jail on suspicion of armed robbery.

Search for Additional Robbery Suspects Continues

Police have identified three additional suspects who remain at large: Cristobal Garcia, Anthony Mendoza, and Ibrahim Farhat. The San Jose Police Department is urging members of the public who may have information about this case or similar incidents to contact Detective Leonard of the department’s Robbery Unit by emailing 4913@sanjoseca.gov or calling 408-277-4166.

Law Enforcement's Ongoing Efforts

The case highlights law enforcement's use of technological tools such as automated license plate readers in criminal investigations. The Santa Clara County Main Jail is currently holding the four arrested suspects as the investigation continues.