The grimy details of a heartless crime spree have been revealed as seven suspects were charged for their roles in an organized burglary ring that targeted Asian business owners across Oregon and Washington. Colombian national Derinson Martinez-Grandas, 34, is the alleged mastermind of the operation, making his initial appearance in federal court today.
Martinez-Grandas and six co-conspirators are accused of conspiracy to transmit stolen property. According to court documents, they traveled from state to state, staying in short-term rentals secured by Martinez-Grandas, identifying potential burglary victims – all Asian business owners – and conducting thorough surveillance on their homes.
The ring’s modus operandi included signal jamming technology, perimeter countersurveillance, and encrypted group calls during the burglaries. They broke into their victims’ homes by smashing glass doors, stealing cash, jewelry, luxury goods, and other valuables. The proceeds were then packaged for transport back to Colombia.
The spree began with a burglary in Auburn, Washington on October 3, 2025. Detectives with the Eugene Police Department noticed a pattern and initiated surveillance after another burglary in Eugene. On October 9, following the third burglary in Salem, Oregon, detectives secured a search warrant for Martinez-Grandas’ rental property in Eugene.
When law enforcement executed the warrant, they recovered money, stolen property, digital devices, evidence of wire transfers to Bogota, Colombia, and Colombian travel documents. The suspects fled but were eventually detained by law enforcement. Further investigation into their digital devices revealed additional evidence of their conspiracy.
“This multi-state operation deliberately targeted hardworking families,” said U.S. Attorney for the District of Oregon Scott E. Bradford. “We are committed to holding those responsible accountable.” FBI Portland Special Agent in Charge Doug Olson echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the importance of collaboration with local law enforcement to disrupt such criminal activities.
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Key Facts
- State: Oregon
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Organized Crime|Violent Crime|Public Corruption
- Source: Official Source ↗
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