LOS ANGELES – An active police standoff is underway in Pacoima after an alleged burglar barricaded himself inside a residential property, prompting a large-scale response from the Los Angeles Police Department.
What we know:
The incident began at around 2:40 a.m. on Thursday when officers responded to reports of a burglary in the 13200 block of Pinney Street, located just north of Van Nuys Boulevard.
According to police, the suspect is a man in his 30s accused of assaulting a woman on Pinney Street and allegedly breaking into a home nearby where he is believed to be living.
Authorities told FOX 11 a woman inside the home was able to escape unharmed.
Because the suspect was refusing to leave the home, a SWAT team was called to the scene to contain the area.
Evacuations have been issued for surrounding homes.
What we don’t know:
It is currently unknown if the suspect is armed. His identity has not been released.
It’s unclear if the suspect has any connection to the woman who was able to escape.
What’s next:
The SWAT team will continue to engage with the suspect in possible surrender negotiations.
Evacuations remain in place until the suspect is taken into custody.
The Source: This report is based on information from the Los Angeles Police Department.