A series of burglaries in the East Hollywood and Silver Lake areas of Los Angeles have prompted police to warn residents to keep their house lights on and their doors locked.
The warning was made after a string of “hot prowl” burglaries that took place in the early morning of July 27, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.
A hot prowl burglary usually occurs when a victim is home.
“Residents are encouraged to turn on all exterior lighting, lock all windows and doors, and be aware of any suspicious persons or vehicles,” the department said.
One of the burglaries over the weekend involved a sexual assault of a female victim, police said.
The woman was attacked in her bedroom while she slept, said Los Angeles Police Department Assistant Commanding Officer of Operations-Central Bureau Lillian Carranza on X.
She said July 28 Northeast police officers responded swiftly to a resident’s 911 call regarding a potential break-in attempt. The suspect was identified as a 44-year-old Hispanic male, according to Ms. Carranzo. No other information was given.
The suspect was arrested by Northeast police officers and is in custody.
The locations of the break-ins were not disclosed by the police department. It is also unclear what, if anything, was stolen during the incidents.
“The suspect wanted in connection with the series of burglaries and a sexual assault remains outstanding,” Ms. Carranza said in her statement.
A request for more information from the LAPD was not returned on deadline.
The incidents are currently under investigation, authorities said on X.
Locals are encouraged to report any suspicious activity to Northeast Detective Bridges at 323-561-3465 or anonymously at 800-222-8477.
