Attempted Woodland Hills Break-in Leads to Multiple Arrests

Police detain suspects after reported home invasion and police chase in San Fernando Valley neighborhood

Feb. 1, 2026 at 11:15pm

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Three people were arrested after attempting to break into a home in Woodland Hills late Saturday night, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. Hours later, two more individuals were taken into custody following a short police chase in the same neighborhood.

Why it matters

The attempted burglary and subsequent arrests come amid a recent spike in break-ins and home invasions in the San Fernando Valley, particularly in the neighboring communities of Encino and Tarzana. Residents have expressed growing concerns over public safety and called for increased police presence in the area.

The details

Around 11:15 p.m. on Saturday, police received a call reporting that three individuals wearing ski masks had gone to the door of a home on Campo Road in Woodland Hills, claiming they were looking for someone. The same three individuals then allegedly tried to illegally enter the home. When officers arrived, all three suspects were taken into custody, though the LAPD did not provide further details on their arrests.

  • Around 11:15 p.m. on Saturday, police received the initial call about the attempted break-in.
  • Around 3:30 a.m. on Sunday, police received a second call from the same address about a suspicious vehicle, leading to a brief chase and the arrest of two more individuals.

The players

Los Angeles Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the reported break-in and subsequent police chase in Woodland Hills.

Rob Glushon

The president of the Encino Property Owners Association, who previously expressed concerns about a rise in burglaries and home invasions in the San Fernando Valley.

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What they’re saying

“People are afraid. People are angry.”

— Rob Glushon, President, Encino Property Owners Association (Los Angeles Times)

What’s next

The LAPD has not yet indicated whether the two incidents are connected or if the suspects arrested are believed to be involved in any other recent break-ins in the area.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing public safety concerns in the San Fernando Valley, where residents have demanded increased police presence and action to address a perceived rise in home invasions and property crimes. The arrests may provide some relief, but the broader issues of crime and community fear remain unresolved.