Crime & Safety
Man Who Broke Into Elderly Woman's Home While She Was Inside Arrested In OC: Police
The burglary was reported in the City of Fullerton and occurred while the woman was home, police said.
FULLERTON, CA — A repeat offender was arrested this past week in Fullerton after he burglarized a Fullerton home while the homeowner was still inside.
The incident was reported on May 17, when Fullerton Police officers were dispatched to the area of Haddonfield Loop and Deerpark Drive in response to a residential burglary that happened while an elderly woman was at home.
During the investigation, police identified the suspect from prior contact and continued actively searching for him.
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Ultimately, the suspect was arrested after police obtained a $1 million warrant.
The suspect was arrested on May 23, when officers responded to the area of N. State College Boulevard and E. Nutwood Avenue regarding a man passed out in a nearby stairwell.
Detectives believe there may be additional victims. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Property Crimes Detective Bautista at (714) 738-6880.
Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Orange County Crime Stoppers at 1-855-TIP-OCCS or submit information online through www.occrimestoppers.org
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