Breesport Man Charged After Alleged Home Invasion, Firearm Threat

Authorities say Carlos Perez broke into ex-girlfriend's home and threatened her with a gun in front of her child.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 1:40pm

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An extreme close-up of a handgun magazine loaded with ammunition, reflecting a harsh, direct flash of light against a dark background, conceptually illustrating the threat of firearms in domestic violence situations.A recent wave of domestic violence incidents involving firearms has heightened public safety concerns in the Elmira area.Elmira Today

A 57-year-old Breesport man has been arrested and charged with burglary and criminal possession of a weapon after allegedly breaking into his ex-girlfriend's Elmira home late Monday night, holding a gun to her head, and threatening to shoot her in front of her 7-year-old child.

Why it matters

Domestic violence incidents involving firearms are a serious public safety concern, as they put victims and their families at grave risk of harm. This case highlights the need for robust enforcement and prosecution of such crimes to protect vulnerable individuals and communities.

The details

According to the Elmira Police Department, officers responded to a report of a burglary at a residence on West Chemung Place, where the victim said her ex-boyfriend, Carlos Perez, had assaulted her. Perez allegedly held a gun to the victim's head and threatened to shoot her while her young child was present. Police later pulled over Perez's vehicle and found a handgun and ammunition inside.

  • The incident occurred late Monday night.

The players

Carlos Perez

A 57-year-old Breesport resident who has been charged with burglary and criminal possession of a weapon.

Elmira Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the reported burglary and made the arrest.

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What’s next

The investigation is ongoing, and authorities will determine whether to pursue additional charges against Perez.

The takeaway

This case underscores the urgent need for effective intervention and prevention strategies to address domestic violence, particularly when firearms are involved, in order to protect vulnerable individuals and communities.