WEST SEATTLE CRIME WATCH: Resident scares off burglar

Another attempted early-morning burglary, interrupted by a resident. Bobby says this happened at an apartment in the 6000 block of California SW [map]:

On Monday morning at 4:00 AM, I woke up to a loud noise and went into my living room to discover a thief climbing through the window. I yelled loudly and he ran off. He only managed to break the outside screen before I caught him. Pretty startling to wake up to someone climbing through your window.

Bobby says SPD responded quickly and found a possible suspect; we’re checking on the status of the case.

P.S. Got questions about crime/safety? A member of the Southwest Precinct Community Police Team, Officer Jon Flores, is confirmed for tonight’s Admiral Neighborhood Association meeting, 7 pm at The Sanctuary at Admiral (42nd SW/SW Lander).

3 Replies to "WEST SEATTLE CRIME WATCH: Resident scares off burglar"

  • steve May 10, 2017 (8:18 am)

    that’s right about where I keep my baseball bat. I’m glad you’re ok.

  • Rick May 10, 2017 (8:27 am)

    Baseball bat, bear spray and choice of new body hole/holes.  Glad you’re OK too. 

  • CrewJones May 10, 2017 (6:33 pm)

    I would’ve waited for the person to enter through the window and then beat him down. After that I will call cops but only after he is knocked out.

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