Los Angeles police are actively seeking two men who entered a private residence in the Encino neighborhood of Los Angeles early Friday morning. According to a statement from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), the suspects smashed a sliding glass door at a home on Emerita Street at approximately 1 a.m.
Surveillance footage shows the break‑in
The homeowner was not present at the time of the incident but captured the intrusion on a home‑security camera. Video released by the LAPD shows the glass of the back door being shattered as the two men, described as wearing black clothing, force their way inside.
Police response and investigation
Officers responded to the scene shortly after the alarm was triggered. While the residence was examined, investigators found no immediate evidence of items being removed, and it remains unclear whether anything was stolen. The LAPD has asked anyone with information about the suspects or the incident to contact the department.
Community safety reminder
Authorities continue to remind residents of the importance of securing doors and windows, especially sliding glass doors that can be vulnerable to forced entry. Installing reinforced glass, using security bars, and maintaining functional alarm systems are recommended measures to deter similar crimes.
How to help
If you witnessed any suspicious activity near Emerita Street around the time of the break‑in, or if you have any information that could assist the investigation, please call the LAPD non‑emergency line at 1‑877‑ASK‑LAPD or submit a tip online through the department’s website.
The LAPD will continue to monitor the case and provide updates as new information becomes available.
Original reporting: NBC4 Los Angeles — read the source article.
