3 Arrested After Break-in Attempt at Pippen's Miami Home

Suspects from Georgia face charges including attempted burglary and resisting arrest.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 5:24am

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An extreme close-up of a damaged door frame or window lock, lit by a harsh flash against a dark background, conveying the gritty, investigative nature of the crime scene.Security footage captures the aftermath of an alleged break-in attempt at the Miami-area home of a high-profile reality TV star.Today in Miami

Three men from Georgia were arrested after allegedly attempting to break into the Miami-area home of Real Housewives of Miami star Larsa Pippen. Police say the suspects fled the scene but were quickly detained, with one caught by a K9 unit. Pippen was not home at the time but was watching the incident unfold on security cameras.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the security risks faced by high-profile public figures who frequently share details about their homes and renovations on social media. It also underscores the proactive response from local law enforcement to protect residents in the affluent Pinecrest neighborhood.

The details

According to police, the suspects - Treison Lache Booker, 23; Cortez Day Mon Johnson, 23; and Elijah Eugene Russell, 18 - allegedly tried to force their way into Pippen's home, causing around $1,000 in damage. After the house alarm went off, officers were dispatched and saw the suspects' vehicle speeding away. The vehicle crashed several miles from the home, and the three suspects attempted to flee on foot before being apprehended.

  • On April 1, 2026, a house alarm went off at Larsa Pippen's Miami-area home.
  • Police were dispatched and saw the suspects' vehicle speeding away from the scene.

The players

Larsa Pippen

A star of the reality TV show Real Housewives of Miami who was not home during the attempted break-in but was watching the incident unfold on security cameras.

Treison Lache Booker

One of the three suspects arrested in connection with the attempted break-in at Pippen's home.

Cortez Day Mon Johnson

One of the three suspects arrested in connection with the attempted break-in at Pippen's home.

Elijah Eugene Russell

One of the three suspects arrested in connection with the attempted break-in at Pippen's home.

Jason Cohen

The Pinecrest Police Chief who commented on the incident.

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What they’re saying

“This incident serves as a stark reminder that Pinecrest will not tolerate criminal activity.”

— Pinecrest Police Department

“She's very big on social media, showcasing her house. We don't recommend that, but we understand, that's her lifestyle.”

— Jason Cohen, Pinecrest Police Chief

What’s next

The three suspects are facing charges including attempted burglary of an unoccupied dwelling and resisting without violence. They will appear before a judge to determine if they will be granted bail.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance for public figures to balance sharing their lives on social media with maintaining appropriate security measures to protect their homes and privacy. It also highlights the proactive response from local law enforcement in safeguarding their community.