Actor Dylan Sprouse tackles home intruder at Hollywood Hills estate

The Suite Life star held the suspect at gunpoint until police arrived.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 7:07pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a shattered window lock or security sensor, capturing the harsh, gritty details of a crime scene in dramatic lighting.A recent wave of targeted home invasions in the Hollywood Hills exposes the vulnerability of even the most secure celebrity estates.Los Angeles Today

Actor Dylan Sprouse confronted and tackled a home intruder who tried to break into his Hollywood Hills residence early Friday morning. Sprouse held the suspect at gunpoint until police arrived and arrested the would-be thief.

Why it matters

Home invasions and burglaries remain a persistent issue in the Hollywood Hills area, which has seen a rise in property crimes in recent years despite increased security measures by affluent homeowners.

The details

According to a photographer on the scene, Sprouse tackled the intruder shortly after midnight and restrained him until authorities arrived. Sprouse's wife, model Barbara Palvin, placed the 911 call. The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed the burglary report and the suspect's arrest.

  • The incident occurred shortly after midnight on Friday, April 17, 2026.
  • Police responded to the 911 call at 12:37 a.m. on Friday.

The players

Dylan Sprouse

An American actor best known for his role on the Disney Channel series The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, which he starred in alongside his twin brother Cole Sprouse.

Barbara Palvin

A Hungarian model who is married to Dylan Sprouse.

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What’s next

The Los Angeles Police Department is continuing its investigation into the home invasion incident.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing security concerns for high-profile celebrities living in the Hollywood Hills, where home invasions and property crimes remain a persistent issue despite increased protective measures by residents.