Summary
A U.S. Marine, Cpl. Andrew Paul Amarillas, is charged with stealing military weapons and ammunition from Camp Pendleton in California. He allegedly sold the stolen items in Arizona, and some were later bought by undercover officers.
Key Facts
- Cpl. Andrew Paul Amarillas is charged with stealing military weapons, including a Javelin missile system, and ammunition.
- He worked as an ammunition specialist at Camp Pendleton in California.
- The alleged thefts took place over nearly four years, from February 2022 through November 2025.
- Amarillas pleaded not guilty to multiple federal charges.
- He allegedly transported the stolen items to Arizona and sold them to co-conspirators.
- Some of the stolen items were recovered by authorities.
- Undercover officers purchased some of the stolen ammunition.
- Evidence such as text messages and photos reportedly links Amarillas to the theft and sale activities.
