Burglars Flee After Pasadena Homeowner Confronts Them

Two suspects escaped after a resident heard glass breaking and confronted them inside his home.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 1:24pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a shattered glass window frame, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually illustrating the aftermath of a home invasion burglary.The aftermath of a home invasion burglary exposes the vulnerability of residential security and the need for effective crime prevention measures.Pasadena Today

Two unidentified suspects fled a Pasadena home on Wednesday night after the resident confronted them during a burglary. The homeowner heard glass breaking and voices inside his residence on San Rafael Avenue around 9:42 p.m. and yelled at the intruders, who then immediately ran from the scene. Police found evidence of forced entry through a rear glass door but were unable to locate the suspects.

Why it matters

Home invasions and burglaries can be traumatic experiences for residents, raising concerns about public safety and the need for effective crime prevention measures in Pasadena neighborhoods. This incident highlights the risks homeowners face when confronting intruders, as well as the challenges police face in apprehending suspects who quickly flee crime scenes.

The details

According to Pasadena Police Lt. Sam De Sylva, the resident saw the two suspects and provided descriptions to authorities. Both were described as men wearing dark beanies, hooded sweatshirts or sweaters, and black pants. Officers found evidence of forced entry through a rear French glass door but were unable to locate the suspects. Police are now attempting to obtain surveillance video from nearby homes to aid the investigation.

  • The break-in occurred at around 9:42 p.m. on April 16, 2026.
  • The resident confronted the intruders on Wednesday night.

The players

Sam De Sylva

A lieutenant with the Pasadena Police Department who provided details about the burglary incident.

Pasadena man

The resident who confronted the intruders inside his home on San Rafael Avenue.

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What they’re saying

“No additional victim information was immediately available, according to De Sylva.”

— Sam De Sylva, Pasadena Police Lieutenant

What’s next

Police are attempting to obtain surveillance video from nearby homes to aid the investigation, and detectives will continue efforts to collect footage as the case moves forward.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of home security measures and the risks residents face when confronting intruders. It also highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in quickly apprehending suspects who flee crime scenes, emphasizing the need for effective crime prevention strategies in Pasadena neighborhoods.